Door

usgb/dɔːr/
noun

A movable piece that covers an entrance to a building, room, or vehicle, or the entrance itself.

Emma knocked on the door before entering.
Visual representation of "door" - A movable piece that covers an entrance to a building, room, or vehicle, or the entrance itself.

Often appears as...

  • knock on the door
  • open the door
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Physical Object

Refers specifically to the physical barrier of a door, not the action of using it.

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The old wooden door creaked as it opened.
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Privacy Marker

Indicates privacy or boundary; knocking shows respect for privacy.

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He knocked on the door to check if the meeting was over.
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Metaphor Potential

Can act metaphorically as a transition point between different experiences or emotions.

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Walking through the door, she left her fears behind.
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