Definition

A round or knob-shaped handle that you turn to open or close a door.

Example

She turned the doorknob to enter the room.

Conversation

Did you see the new doorknob they installed on the front door?

Yeah, it looks really nice and modern!

I think it makes a great first impression when you enter the house.

Absolutely! A good doorknob can really enhance the entrance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Doorknob → The word is formed from "door" (from Old English *duru*, meaning an entrance or barrier) and "knob" (from Middle English *knobbe*, meaning a rounded handle or ball). A doorknob is a rounded handle used to open or close a door.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'door' as an entrance and a 'knob' as a rounded handle — together, they create a doorknob, which is the handle you turn to open a door.

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