valance

Definition of Valance in English :

a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Valance

noun

a short piece of drapery hung along a shelf, canopy, or bed, or across a window, to hide structural detail

noun

1.

a short drapery or curtain hanging from the edge of a bed, shelf, table, etc., often to the floor

2.

a short drapery or facing of wood or metal across the top of a window, concealing curtain rods, etc.

n.

1. An ornamental drapery hung across a top edge, as of a bed, table, or canopy.

2. A short drapery, decorative board, or metal strip mounted especially across the top of a window to conceal structural fixtures.

tr.v. val·anced, val·anc·ing, val·anc·es

To supply with valances or a valance.