windows

noun

(operating systems, trademark) Microsoft Windows, an operating system with a WIMP graphical user interface that dominates the personal computer market.

(computing) Ellipsis of Windows key. [(computing) A key on a computer keyboard bearing the Microsoft Windows logo, used to open the Start menu and as a modifier key for various other functions.]

Roots

vindrwind- · Old Norse · wind auga-ow · Old Norse · eye

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Where does windows come from?

The word windows breaks down into 2 roots of Old Norse origin: wind-, from Old Norse vindr (“wind”); and -ow, from Old Norse auga (“eye”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.