valance

/ˈvæləns/

noun

A short curtain that usually hangs along the top edge of a window. / A decorative framework used to conceal the curtain mechanism and so on at the top of a window.

The valance adds a touch of elegance to the window.

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意味（1）

A short curtain that usually hangs along the top edge of a window.

Even the mantelpiece is adorned with a totally unfunctional tasselled valance rather like an altar frontal.

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意味（2）

A decorative framework used to conceal the curtain mechanism and so on at the top of a window.

意味（3）

(bedding) A short, decorative edging of cloth that hangs from beneath the mattress to the floor used to conceal the boxspring or space under the bed and prevent dust from accumulating there.

意味（4）

A short, decorative edging of cloth that conceals the legs of a couch, sofa, etc.

Mortally insulted, Jasper went under the couch, where he remained with only his nose showing beneath the valance, emitting little world-weary groans at intervals, and refusing to come out for cake.

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意味（5）

The drooping edging of the lid of a trunk, which covers the joint when the lid is closed.

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