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Definition of doorway

doorway

/ˈdɔːr.weɪ/
Plural:doorways
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• noun

1

The opening or passage in a wall that is designed to be closed by a door, typically framed by woodwork or masonry.

Example

"He paused in the doorway to wipe the mud off his boots before entering the kitchen."

2

A means of access or an opportunity that allows entry into a new experience, condition, or field.

Example

"Her successful summer internship served as a doorway into the competitive world of high finance."

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• Rhymes for doorway

• Nearby Words

door
doorknob
doormat
doorway
dorado
dordogne
dormouse

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the 1520s, formed as a compound of 'door' (from Old English 'duru') and 'way' (from Old English 'weg').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Doorway. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/doorway
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