blinds
0 antonyms and opposites of blinds, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A window covering made of slats, or of fabric on a roller, that can be raised, lowered or angled to control light and privacy.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A window covering made of slats, or of fabric on a roller, that can be raised, lowered or angled to control light and privacy.
“Close the blinds — the afternoon sun is on the screen.”
2. noun
A camouflaged shelter used by hunters or wildlife photographers to observe animals without being seen.
“We sat in the blind before dawn waiting for the geese.”
How to Use Blinds
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
In American English 'blinds' and 'shades' are often distinguished — blinds have slats, shades are a solid sheet. British English uses 'blind' for both, and 'hide' rather than 'blind' for the wildlife shelter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between blinds and shades?
Blinds are made of hard slats that tilt, so you can let light in without raising them. Shades are a single piece of soft material that rolls or folds, and must be lifted to let light through. British English tends to call both of them blinds.
What is the difference between blinds and curtains?
Blinds are rigid or roll-up coverings mounted inside or just above the window frame. Curtains are loose fabric panels that hang from a rail and draw sideways. Many rooms use both together.
What are the blinds in poker?
They are compulsory bets made by the two players to the dealer's left before the cards are dealt — the small blind and the big blind. They exist so there is always something worth winning in the pot.