Synonyms for

Doorway

Verb / ˈdɔ:ˌrweɪ / Another word for doorway — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an entrance or a passage that allows someone to enter or exit a building or a room

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Common collocations

  • open doorway
  • closed doorway
  • through the doorway
  • stand in the doorway
  • enter the doorway
  • exit the doorway
  • dark doorway

Word family

noun doorway

Usage note

Doorway is a common and neutral term. It refers specifically to the opening in a wall that allows passage.

Example sentences

  1. The cat sat in the doorway and watched the birds outside.
  2. I always knock on the doorway before entering a room.
  3. The doorway was too narrow for the piano to fit through.
  4. She stood in the doorway, waving goodbye.
  5. The police officer stood in the doorway, blocking the suspect's escape.

Quotes

  • The doorway to the future is always open, waiting for us to step through.
  • The doorway to wisdom is humility.
  • Every exit is an entrance somewhere else. The doorway to happiness is often found through kindness.

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