doorstop
doorstop Lexical Profile
doorstop Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A heavy object, rubber wedge, or fixed buffer used to hold a door open or to prevent it from striking a wall when opened.
"She kicked the rubber doorstop into place so they could carry the boxes inside."
An exceptionally thick, heavy book (used humorously or figuratively).
"His latest historical novel is an800-page doorstop that will take all summer to read."
British A very thick slice of bread or a sandwich made with thick slices of bread.
"The cafe served a hearty soup alongside a cheese doorstop."
• verb
British To confront a public figure at their home or workplace without an appointment in order to obtain an impromptu interview or comment (typically of a journalist).
"Reporters doorstopped the minister outside his residence early this morning."
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