door

noun

ˈdȯr

often attributive

Synonyms of door next

: a usually swinging or sliding barrier by which an entry is closed and opened

also : a similar part of a piece of furniture

: doorway

: a means of access or participation : opportunity

opens new doors

door to success

doors plural : the designated time at which the doors at a performance venue (such as a theater) are opened to admit attendees

Doors are at 8, and music starts with Garrett Owen's set at 9pm.—

Steve Steward

doorless

ˈdȯr-ləs

adjective

Phrases

at one's door

: as a charge against one as being responsible

laid the blame at our door

Example Sentences

I heard a knock on the door. Please don't block the door. I peeked through the open door. He stood at the door.

Recent Examples on the Web In the video, Boebert claimed a Capitol police officer ran toward a closing elevator door with Boebert, a staffer and Omar inside. —

Rachel Looker, USA TODAY, 3 Feb. 2023 After all, the time is right for audiences to see a comic opera, to leave the problems of the world outside of the theater door. —

Michelle F. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 2 Feb. 2023 Just outside the back door, an old well is still intact. —

Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 Feb. 2023 Or they can be transferred onto a wooden board and hung, or applied to a new door frame. —

Ellen Rosen, Washington Post, 2 Feb. 2023 Economically told and cleverly calibrated to maximize its claustrophobic setting, it’s among the most effective films the director has delivered since his mid-career slump, making this a door well worth opening. —

Brian Lowry, CNN, 2 Feb. 2023 The guest later noticed that Garcia had returned to the guest bedroom and had locked the door. —

Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 2 Feb. 2023 Three people had run into the restaurant and pleaded with the restaurant owner, Seung Won Choi, to lock the door. —

Brittny Mejiastaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 2 Feb. 2023 James Cameron recreated 'Titanic' floating door scene to see if Jack fit with Rose. —

Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 2 Feb. 2023 See More

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