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Meaning of Door
The primary meaning of the word "door" refers to a movable structure used to open or close an entrance, typically consisting of a frame with a hinge or hinges, and often having a handle or other mechanism for opening and closing.
Definitions
- A movable structure used to open or close an entrance, typically consisting of a frame with a hinge or hinges, and often having a handle or other mechanism for opening and closing.
- A means of access or entry to a place, situation, or activity.
- A barrier or obstruction, especially one that is movable or can be opened and closed.
Etymology of Door
The word "door" comes from Old English "dor", which is derived from Proto-Germanic "duriz", and ultimately from Proto-Indo-European "dher-", meaning "to hold" or "to support".
The word has been used in English since the 9th century, and has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to entrances, access, and barriers.
Example Uses
- The door creaked as it swung open, revealing a dimly lit hallway.
- She pushed the door shut behind her, trying to block out the noise.
- The door to the garden was hidden behind a trellis, and was easy to miss.
- The company is looking for someone to open doors to new business opportunities.
- The door to the attic was locked, but she found the key hidden in a drawer.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
wall
barrier
obstruction
blockage
partition
screen
shutter
valve
lid
cover
curtain
blind
seal
closure
impediment
hindrance
restriction
exclusion
prohibition
ban
taboo
lockdown