Doorjamb Meaning in English
word
ˈdɔɹˌdʒæm
DAWR-jam
ˈdɔːˌdʒæm
DAW-jam
Definition
The vertical part on either side of a doorway where the door is attached or closes against.
Usage & Nuances
'Doorjamb' is a technical or construction term, mainly used in formal, architectural, or repair contexts. Common collocations: 'lean against the doorjamb', 'install the doorjamb'. Do not confuse with 'doorframe' (includes top and sides) or 'threshold' (bottom part).
Spanish: jamba de la puertaPortuguese (BR): batente da portaPortuguese (PT): ombral da portaChinese (Simplified): 门框侧柱Chinese (Traditional): 門框側柱Hindi: दरवाज़े का सहाराArabic: إطار الباب الجانبيBengali: দরজার প্যাটি - দুয়ার স্তম্ভRussian: дверной косякJapanese: ドア枠の縦枠Vietnamese: khung dọc cửaKorean: 문설주Turkish: kapı pervazı (yan dikme)Urdu: دروازے کا چوکھٹ (اطراف)Indonesian: tiang pintu
Example Sentences
She held the doorjamb as she stepped inside.
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Please paint the doorjamb white.
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The cat hid behind the doorjamb.
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He leaned against the doorjamb and watched the rain.
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The old house has a cracked doorjamb that needs repair.
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She hung her coat on a hook screwed into the doorjamb.
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