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What is another word for Doormat? – 179 Doormat Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    mat rug carpet floor covering entrance mat welcome mat scraper brush sweeper cleaner wipe cloth towel scraper mat boot scraper mud mat dirt trapper floor pad door matting anti-fatigue mat entrance carpet porch mat patio mat indoor mat outdoor mat rubber mat coir mat sisal mat seagrass mat jute mat woven mat non-slip mat grip mat adhesive mat absorbent mat spill mat garage mat gym mat yoga mat exercise mat fitness mat sports mat athletic mat rubber flooring floor runner hall mat lobby mat reception mat foyer mat threshold mat.

    Meaning of Doormat

    A doormat is primarily a mat placed at the entrance of a building for people to wipe their feet on.

    Definitions

    • A mat, typically made of coir, rubber, or other materials, placed at the entrance of a building for people to wipe their feet on before entering.
    • A person who is treated as if they are of little importance or value, and are taken advantage of by others.

    Etymology of Doormat

    The word "doormat" has its roots in the 17th century, when it referred to a mat placed at a door for people to wipe their feet on. The term is derived from "door" and "mat", with the meaning extending to include a person who is submissive or allows others to take advantage of them in the mid-20th century.

    Example Uses

    • The doormat outside the house was dirty and needed to be cleaned.
    • She felt like a doormat in her relationship, always giving in to her partner's demands.
    • The company provided a doormat at the entrance to wipe feet before entering the cleanroom.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    leader boss commander chief director manager superior dominant assertive confident decisive firm strong powerful authoritative dominant ruler master controller dictator tyrant oppressor bully aggressor attacker conqueror victor champion hero.

    Related Nouns

    door mat floor entrance hallway lobby reception foyer threshold carpet rug sweeper brush cleaner wipe cloth towel scraper boot shoe foot step stair landing patio porch garage gym yoga exercise fitness sports athletics.

    Related Verbs

    wipe clean sweep brush scrub mop dust vacuum place position lay put set remove take lift carry move replace install fix repair maintain service check inspect examine test.

    Related Adjectives

    dirty clean dusty muddy wet dry slippery rough smooth soft hard thick thin heavy light durable fragile strong weak sturdy flimsy cheap expensive quality poor good excellent indoor outdoor rubber coir sisal seagrass jute woven non-slip grip adhesive absorbent.