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dialog box vs window

window vs dialog box

dialog box and window both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dialog box Yes No No No
window Yes No No No
As nouns, window is a hypernym of dialog box; that is, window is a word with a broader meaning than dialog box:
  • dialog box: (computer science) a small temporary window in a graphical user interface that appears in order to request information from the user; after the information has been provided the user dismisses the box with `okay' or `cancel'
  • window: (computer science) a rectangular part of a computer screen that contains a display different from the rest of the screen
dialog box (noun) window (noun)
(computer science) a small temporary window in a graphical user interface that appears in order to request information from the user; after the information has been provided the user dismisses the box with `okay' or `cancel' a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back; usually is capable of being opened
a transparent panel (as of an envelope) inserted in an otherwise opaque material
(computer science) a rectangular part of a computer screen that contains a display different from the rest of the screen
a pane of glass in a window
an opening in a wall or screen that admits light and air and through which customers can be served
an opening that resembles a window in appearance or function
the time period that is considered best for starting or finishing something
Difference between dialog box and window

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