
Doormat
Cultural Standard
Doormats often feature welcome messages, reflecting the hospitality of a home or establishment.

Their doormat had 'Home Sweet Home' written on it.
Placement
Typically found outside the door, but apartment dwellers might place them inside the entryway.

He shook off the snow and wiped his boots on the indoor doormat.
Seasonal Variations
Doormats can be seasonal or holiday-themed, changed throughout the year in some cultures.

We swap out our doormat for a festive one during Christmas.
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