single-hung

[ sing-guhl-huhng ]

adjective

1. (of a window) having two sashes, only one of which is movable.

Word History and Origins

Origin of single-hung¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

Energy-saving features include vinyl, double-pane, thermal-insulated, Low E single-hung windows with tilt lower sash, a high-efficiency natural gas heating and cooling system, programmable thermostat, high-efficiency tankless hot water heater, and Energy Star-rated appliances.

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Windows are high-efficiency, double-pane and single-hung.

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Windows are tilt-in, single-hung, vinyl-framed.

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“Like a single-family home”: Big single-hung and casement windows fill the walls.

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Features: The houses have two-car garages, Carrier gas furnace and electric air conditioning, and vinyl single-hung, double-paned windows with tilt-in feature for easy cleaning.

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