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jamb Synonyms

Another word for jamb

Choosing another word for jamb depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A vertical side piece or post that forms the structural frame of a doorway, window, or other opening in a wall.

Usage Example

"He leaned casually against the door upright while waiting for his friend to get ready."

Strong
upright
post
Weak
frame
support

• noun (Context 2)

One of the upright sides of a fireplace opening.

Usage Example

"The ornate marble jambs on either side of the antique fireplace added a touch of grandeur to the living room."

Weak
pillar
post

• Nearby Words

jalousie
jam
jamaican boa
jamb
jambalaya
jambolan
jamboree

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Jamb. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/jamb
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