Pronunciation

/dɔːr/

Definitions

Noun

• A structure that provides an entrance or exit to a building, room, or vehicle, typically consisting of a hinged panel that swings open.
• Example: “The main door to the house was locked.”
• Synonyms: entrance, gateway, aperture, exit

Verb

• To open and close (a door) as part of entering or leaving a place.
• Example: “I closed the door behind me before turning on the lights.”
• Synonyms: open, shut, unlatch, bolt

Adjective

• Referring to a door or its function.
• Example: “The wooden door creaked as it opened.”
• Synonyms: entry-level, portal-like, hinged

Adverb

• In a manner related to doors; typically when referring to movement between rooms or buildings.
• Example: “She stepped through the door quickly.”
• Synonyms: doorward, entry-wise, exitantly

Phrases

• “Open the door” means to lift the latch or turn the handle to allow entry.
• “Keep the door closed” is a request to maintain privacy or control the temperature.
• “Knock on the door” is a gesture to announce oneself before entering.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She rested her hand on the cold metal doorknob.”
• Verb: “He slammed the door shut, frustrated with the situation.”
• Adjective: “The old house had solid wooden doors that were well-preserved.”

Synonyms

• Entranceway
• Portal
• Hinge
• Jamb
• Latch
• Bolt
• Pivot
• Doorway