valance

n. short curtain covering the top of a window; ruffle covering the base of a bed

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Noun
1. a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing
(synonym) cornice, valance board, pelmet
(hypernym) framework, frame, framing

(v. t.)
To furnish with a valance; to decorate with hangings or drapery.
  

(n.)
The drooping edging of the lid of a trunk. which covers the joint when the lid is closed.
  

(n.)
Hanging drapery for a bed, couch, window, or the like, especially that which hangs around a bedstead, from the bed to the floor.
  

Synonyms and related words:
beading, binding, bordering, bordure, edging, fimbria, fimbriation, flounce, frill, frilling, fringe, furbelow, galloon, hem, list, motif, ruffle, selvage, skirting, trimming, welt