French door

A door, usually one of a pair, of light construction with glass panes extending for most of its length.

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French′ door′

a door having glass panes throughout its length, usu. hung in pairs.

[1920–25]

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Noun

French door - a light door with transparent or glazed panels extending the full length

door - a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle; "he knocked on the door"; "he slammed the door as he left"

French window - a French door situated in an exterior wall of a building

flexible joint, hinge - a joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other

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