Doorjamb (Noun)
Meaning
A jamb for a door.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carpenter carefully installed the new doorjamb to ensure a smooth door operation.
- After years of use, the doorjamb began to show signs of wear and needed to be replaced.
- She ran her fingers over the intricate carvings that adorned the ancient doorjamb.
- He stood against the doorjamb, watching as the movers carried the furniture out of the house.
- Inspecting the doorway, the contractor discovered that the doorjamb was damaged and would need to be repaired before the door could be hung.