doorway

Definition

  • noun: the opening where a door is
  • noun: the opening that a door closes
  • sometimes used figuratively
  • synonyms: passage, door, portal

Examples

  • We hope that these talks will be a 'doorway' to peace. [=will lead to peace]

  • He stood in the 'doorway', wondering if he should go in.

  • Homeless people sleep in the 'doorways' of the shops.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Dad hated the parties. He'd lock himself in the study, and bang on the walls for us to keep it down, but he always came out to see Mom dance. He'd linger in the doorway, scotch in hand, and watch in awe, as this cynical, despicable woman he married... took flight. And as a child who was completely (..)
    2018 TvShow: BoJack Horseman Title: Free Churro Season: 5 Episode 6