sash
5 synonyms for sash, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A decorative band of cloth worn around the waist or over one shoulder, often as part of formal dress or a uniform.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use sash
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a beauty-pageant sash
a sash window
wear a sash
Etymology
From Arabic šāš, meaning "muslin cloth" — the word originally described a fine fabric wound around the head or waist, and only later came to mean the sliding frame of a window.
Full origin of sash →Frequently asked questions
What does “sash” mean?
The word “sash” means a decorative band of cloth worn around the waist or over one shoulder, often as part of formal dress or a uniform. In plain terms, a cloth band worn as decoration, or the frame that holds a window's glass.
How do you pronounce “sash”?
“Sash” is pronounced sash (/sæʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sash” in a sentence?
Here is “sash” used in a sentence: “The beauty pageant winner wore a satin sash across her chest.”
What part of speech is “sash”?
“Sash” is a noun.
Where does the word “sash” come from?
The word “sash” comes from Arabic. From Arabic šāš, meaning "muslin cloth" — the word originally described a fine fabric wound around the head or waist, and only later came to mean the sliding frame of a window.
Is “sash” a common word?
“Sash” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sash” have?
“Sash” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a decorative band of cloth worn around the waist or over one shoulder, often as part of formal dress or a uniform.
