Dutch door

noun

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: a door divided horizontally so that the lower or upper part can be shut separately

Word History

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Dutch door was in 1841

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“Dutch door.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Dutch%20door. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.

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Dutch door

noun

: a door divided so that the lower part can be shut while the upper part remains open

Last Updated: 4 Nov 2025 - Definition revised

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