Definition: A structure projecting from a sloping roof, commonly containing a window. A dormer can add light, ventilation, or usable headroom to the space beneath the roof.
Example
An upstairs bedroom has a dormer window that creates additional headroom near the exterior wall.
Keep the distinction clear
The dormer is the projecting roof structure, not simply any upstairs window. Its condition and permitted construction matter when evaluating the home.
Related terms
Gable Roof · Hip Roof · Improvement
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References: California DRE: real estate glossary
Pronunciation (US): DOR-mer (capitals show stress)
Pronunciation reference: Merriam-Webster
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