Door

/dɔːr/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A hinged, sliding, or rotating barrier at the entrance to a room or building.

She opened the door and stepped into the room.

An opportunity or means of access.

Networking can open many doors for your career.

A gateway or entrance, especially to a specific place.

The house had a beautiful wooden door that led to the garden.

Old English 'duru' meaning 'door, gate, opening', related to the Dutch 'deur' and German 'Tür'.

doorbell

A bell that signals a visitor at the door.

open doors

To provide opportunities.

knock on the door

To inquire about possibilities or options.

close the door

To end a situation or opportunity.

doorknob

A rounded handle for opening and closing a door.

doorframe

The structural frame that supports a door.

doorway

The space or opening where a door is situated.

Door in the face

He was met with a door in the face when he pitched the idea.

Behind closed doors

The negotiations were held behind closed doors.