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Meaning of the word doorjamb in English

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doorjamb

US /ˈdɔːrdʒæm/
UK /ˈdɔːrdʒæm/
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Noun

1.

the vertical portion of a door frame, against which the door closes

Example:
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He leaned against the doorjamb, waiting for her to open the door.
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The old house had a creaky doorjamb that needed repair.
Synonym:
doorpostjambdoorframepostframe
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