transom

/ˈtrænsəm/
noun
  1. A horizontal bar across the top of a door or window, or a small window above a door.
    • The old house had a decorative transom above the front door.
    • The transom was painted to match the door frame.
    • He opened the transom to let in some fresh air.
  2. The flat part at the back of a boat's stern.
    • The name of the ship was painted on the transom.
    • He sat on the transom and watched the sunset.
    • The boat's transom was reinforced for the outboard motor.
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