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Meaning of the word doorpost in English

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doorpost

US /ˈdɔːr.poʊst/
UK /ˈdɔːr.poʊst/
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Noun

1.

a vertical post that forms the side of a door frame

Example:
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He leaned against the doorpost, waiting for her to open the door.
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The old house had a beautifully carved doorpost.
Synonym:
doorjambjambdoorframepost
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