Meaning of the word "(as) dead as a doornail" in English
What does "(as) dead as a doornail" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
(as) dead as a doornail
US /əz dɛd əz ə ˈdɔrˌneɪl/
UK /əz dɛd əz ə ˈdɔrˌneɪl/
Idiom
1.
completely dead; no longer alive or functioning
Example:
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The old car was as dead as a doornail after the accident.
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I tried to revive the computer, but it was as dead as a doornail.
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