Fenestration
/ˌfɛn.ɪˈstreɪ.ʃən/noun
The arrangement of windows and doors in a building.
Did you know?In medieval architecture, fenestration was not just functional; it symbolized the soul's journey between the physical and spiritual realms, often aligned with astrological significance.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
fenestra
“A window or opening.”
Old French
Old French
fenestration
“The act of fitting windows.”
14th Century
Middle English
fenestracioun
“The arrangement or design of windows.”
Modern English
English
fenestration
“The architectural term for window placement in a structure.”
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