Doorstops Meaning in English
word · lemma: doorstop
Definition
Small objects placed against or attached to a door to keep it open, closed, or to prevent it from hitting a wall.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to the physical object, but can sometimes be used humorously for anything heavy used to hold a door. Also used metaphorically for very thick books ('book is a real doorstop'). Common collocations: 'rubber doorstop', 'metal doorstop'.
Example Sentences
We use doorstops to keep the classroom door open.
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The hotel room has two doorstops on the floor.
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Please put the doorstops back when you finish cleaning.
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We had to use books as doorstops because we couldn’t find the real ones.
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That old brick has turned into one of the most useful doorstops at my place.
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Honestly, I think that huge novel could double as one of my doorstops.
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