window dressing

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Synonyms: window-dressing, window dressings

Antonyms: window-dressing, window dressings

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Noun

1. The [[decorative]] [[display]] of [[retail]] [[merchandise]] in [[store]] [[window]]s; the [[goods]] and [[trimming]]s used in such a display.
2. {{lb|en|uncountable}} The process, skill or task of creating such a display.
3. {{lb|en|figurative|uncountable}} A means of [[creating]] a [[deceptively]] [[favourable]] [[impression]] of something or someone; something for [[appearance]] only.

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