What does "pelmet" mean?

A decorative item that is placed above a window to hide the curtain mechanisms, visually similar to a cornice or valance.

What is a synonym for "pelmet"?

Common synonyms include: cornice, cornice, valance, valance board.

//ˈpɛlmɪt// noun

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Noun

1
A decorative item that is placed above a window to hide the curtain mechanisms, visually similar to a cornice or valance.
"Sun blinds (recessed in a pelmet) were provided for all windows, except in the corridors."
2
a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing wordnet

"Sun blinds (recessed in a pelmet) were provided for all windows, except in the corridors."

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