doorway

[ˈdɔːweɪ]

doorway Definition

an entrance to a building or room, consisting of a frame holding one or more doors.

Using doorway: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "doorway" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He stood in the doorway, waiting for her to come out.

  • Example

    The doorway was too narrow for the sofa to fit through.

  • Example

    She leaned against the doorway and watched him leave.

doorway Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for doorway

Phrases with doorway

  • at or near the entrance to a room or building

    Example

    She was standing in the doorway, looking out at the rain.

  • to be so large or imposing as to block the entrance to a room or building

    Example

    The bouncer filled the doorway, making it clear that no one else was getting in.

  • a doorway that is not well-lit, often associated with danger or mystery

    Example

    She hesitated before entering the dark doorway, unsure of what she might find inside.

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Summary: doorway in Brief

A 'doorway' [ˈdɔːweɪ] is an entrance to a building or room, typically consisting of a frame holding one or more doors. It can be used in phrases like 'in the doorway,' 'fill the doorway,' and 'dark doorway.'

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