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Architecture and Construction - Doors

Here you will learn some English words related to doors such as "threshold", "deadbolt", and "peephole".

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back door
back door
[noun]

a door that is located behind or at the side of a building

Ex: Employees used the back door to enter the office building in the morning , avoiding the crowded lobby .
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French door

a pair of glass doors, particularly ones that open to a garden or balcony

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panel door

a type of door constructed with multiple panels that are typically rectangular or square in shape

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flush door

a type of door that has a smooth and flat surface, without any raised or indented areas

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sliding door

a door that moves horizontally along a track

Ex: He closed the sliding door quietly to avoid waking up the baby .
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Dutch door

a door divided horizontally into two parts that can be opened and closed independently

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pocket door

a type of door that slides into a recessed pocket within the adjacent wall, rather than swinging on hinges or sliding on tracks

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bi-fold door

a type of door that is divided into two or more panels, hinged together in a way that allows them to fold and stack against each other when opened

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pivot door

a type of door that rotates on a central pivot point, typically located at the top and bottom of the door frame, instead of relying on traditional hinges

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revolving door

a type of door consisting of multiple wings or panels that are arranged in a circular configuration and rotate around a central axis

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garage door

a large door, typically made of metal or wood, that is installed in a garage or similar structure to provide vehicular access

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fire door
fire door
[noun]

a specialized door designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke within a building

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screen door

a door with a mesh or perforated screen panel that allows for airflow while keeping bugs out

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louvered door

a door that is equipped with slatted or angled openings, known as louvers, to allow for ventilation and airflow while providing privacy and some level of security

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double-acting door

a type of door that is hinged on both sides, allowing it to swing in both directions

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front door

the main entrance to a person's house

Ex: The cat waited patiently by the front door, meowing eagerly for its owner 's return .
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patio door

a large glass door that provides access from a building's interior to an outdoor patio or deck area

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swing door

a type of door that opens by swinging on hinges in a single direction

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trapdoor
trapdoor
[noun]

a hinged or removable door, often located in a floor or ceiling, that provides access to a hidden or enclosed space below or above

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doorbell
doorbell
[noun]

a bell operated by a button outside a house or apartment that makes a sound when pushed, particularly to inform the inhabitants inside

Ex: They replaced the old doorbell with a new smart model that sends alerts to their phones .
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doorknob
doorknob
[noun]

a round handle on a door that opens it when turned

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door knocker

a metal object connected to the back of a door, which people hit against the door as a way of asking others to let them in

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doorplate
doorplate
[noun]

a small plate or plaque typically mounted on a door to display information such as the occupant's name, room number, or other relevant details

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doorjamb
doorjamb
[noun]

the vertical structure on either side of a door that provides support and serves as the frame for the door

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doorpost
doorpost
[noun]

the entire vertical structure, including both the side posts and the head jamb, that forms the framework around a door

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doorstop
doorstop
[noun]

a small object or device placed on the floor to prevent a door from swinging or closing fully

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peephole
peephole
[noun]

a small opening or lens in a door or wall that allows a person to see who is on the other side without fully opening the door

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hinge
hinge
[noun]

a type of joint that connects two objects and allows them to rotate or swing, typically used to attach a door, gate, or lid to its frame

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door head
door head
[noun]

the horizontal top portion of a door frame

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door lintel

a horizontal structural element or beam that supports the load above a door opening

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door louver

a door component that consists of a series of horizontal slats or blades, typically made of wood, glass, or metal, arranged in a tilted or angled position to allow for airflow and privacy while maintaining visibility

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door frame

the structural framework surrounding a door, including the vertical side pieces called jambs, the horizontal top piece called the head, and the bottom piece called the sill

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threshold
threshold
[noun]

the horizontal part at the base of a door frame that you step over when entering or exiting a room

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door stile

the vertical side member or post of a door

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door mullion

a vertical or horizontal structural member within a door frame that separates the door into sections, typically used in double or multi-panel doors to provide support and aesthetic division

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lock stile

the vertical edge or side of a door where the lock or latch mechanism is installed

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door panel

the flat or raised surface of a door that fills the frame and can be made of various materials, such as wood, glass, or metal

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deadbolt
deadbolt
[noun]

a secure lock mechanism that uses a solid metal bolt to provide added protection by firmly securing a door in place

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