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Definition door in British English

door noun

[countable] noun
/dɔː(r)/
1

a large flat object that you open when you want to enter or leave a building, room, or vehicle

Example

a little cottage with a red door

Example

The door creaked slowly open.

Example

There was a draught coming from under the door.

Example

The police officer told him to open the car door.

Example

Shut the door - it's cold in here!

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I knocked on the door and a voice answered 'Come in'.

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There's someone at the door.

Example

Go and answer the door, will you?

Example

He ran out, slamming the door behind him.

Example

The door to the kitchen was open.

Example

Be sure to lock the back door when you leave.

Example

The bathroom door was shut.

Synonyms and related words
back door bay window bow window
1.1

the space created when you open a door

Example

A strange figure suddenly came through the door.

Example

I'd just come in the door when the phone rang.

Example

Anne got out the door as quickly as she could when she saw him there.

Synonyms and related words
arch cat flap door
2

an opportunity to do something, or a possibility that something will happen

Example

For these young men, a sports career can be a door to fame and fortune.

Example

This new job has really opened a lot of doors for her.

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This decision could open the door to higher costs.

Example

The government is reluctant to shut the door on these proposals.

Synonyms and related words
opportunity chance choice
3

to welcome something; to accept something

Example

You should keep your door open to new ideas and trends.

4

to make someone unwelcome

Example

Banks have closed their doors to many who want home equity loans, student loans and mortgages.

5

to arrive at someone's house or any other place when there's nobody there or it's closed

Example

Slow down! Julie is working until 5 PM. We don't want to kiss the door.

Example

When does the mall close? I need to return my purse and I wouldn't want to kiss the door.

Definition door in British English

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