1. window shutters with horizontal slats that can be adjusted to control light and air flow
Usage: plural form of jalousie

Examples

• The tropical house featured jalousies on every window to catch the ocean breeze.
• She adjusted the jalousies to block the afternoon sun while keeping air flowing through the room.
• The old plantation home still had its original wooden jalousies painted white.
• During the storm, they closed all the jalousies to protect the windows.
• The jalousies allowed them to maintain privacy while enjoying natural ventilation.
• Modern jalousies are often made of aluminum or vinyl instead of wood.