windowless

UK: ˈwɪndəʊləs | US: ˈwɪndoʊləs

Definition

  1. adj. lacking windows; without windows

Structure
window <opening for light/air>less <without>
Etymology

The word "windowless" combines "window," derived from Old Norse vindauga ("wind eye"), referring to an opening for ventilation and light, with the suffix "-less," from Old English -lēas ("devoid of"). The fusion creates a clear, modern adjective describing spaces devoid of windows, preserving the original morphemes' meanings.

Examples

  1. The basement was dark and windowless, making it feel claustrophobic.

  2. Prison cells are often windowless to limit outside contact.

  3. Modern offices sometimes use windowless partitions for privacy.

  4. The windowless aircraft cabin relied entirely on artificial lighting.

  5. She avoided renting the windowless studio due to her love of natural light.