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pelmet

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛlmɪt/

The English word “pelmet” has 1 meaning listed here.

noun

  1. A decorative item that is placed above a window to hide the curtain mechanisms, visually similar to a cornice or valance.

Etymology

Perhaps a modification of French palmette.

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