door·jamb

(dôr′jăm′)

Either of the two vertical pieces framing a doorway and supporting the lintel. Also called doorpost.

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doorjamb

(ˈdɔːˌdʒæm)

(Building) one of the two vertical members forming the sides of a doorframe. Also called: doorpost

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door•jamb

(ˈdɔrˌdʒæm, ˈdoʊr-)

n.

either of the two sidepieces of a door opening. Also called doorpost.

[1830–40]

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun

doorjamb - a jamb for a door

doorpost

doorcase, doorframe - the frame that supports a door

jamb - upright consisting of a vertical side member of a door or window frame

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