Definition

A vertical post or support on either side of a door frame.

Example

The carpenter installed a new doorpost to support the heavy door.

Conversation

Did you notice the new paint on the doorpost when you came in?

Yeah, it looks really fresh and bright now!

I think it really makes the entrance pop.

Absolutely! It gives the whole place a welcoming vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Doorpost → The word is formed from "door" (from Old English *dor*, meaning an entrance or opening) and "post" (from Old English *post*, meaning a vertical support). A doorpost refers to the vertical support that frames a door, marking the entrance to a space.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'door' as an entrance and a 'post' as a support — together, they create the structure that frames the entrance.

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