Definition

An opening or space that allows entry into a room or building, often where a door is located.

Example

She stood in the doorway, waiting for her friend to arrive.

Conversation

Did you see the new doorway they installed at the cafe?

Yeah, it looks really nice and welcoming!

I love how it opens up the whole space.

Definitely! It makes it feel much more inviting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Doorway → It is formed from "door" (from Old English *dor*, meaning an entrance or opening) and "way" (from Old English *weg*, meaning a path or route). The word "doorway" refers to the opening or entrance that leads to a path or route.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'door' as an 'entrance' and a 'way' as a 'path' — a doorway is the entrance that leads to a path.

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