Meaning of the word curtains in English

What does curtains mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

curtains

US /ˈkɜːr.tənz/
UK /ˈkɜː.tənz/

Plural Noun

a piece of material suspended at the top to form a screen, typically one of a pair at a window to exclude light or stop people from seeing in

Example:
She drew the curtains to block out the morning sun.
The new curtains really brighten up the room.