doorway

noun

door·​way ˈdȯr-ˌwā How to pronounce doorway (audio)
Synonyms of doorwaynext
1
: the opening that a door closes
especially : an entrance into a building or room
2
: door sense 3

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Examples of doorway in a Sentence

Please don't block the doorway. She stepped through the doorway. He stood in the doorway, wondering if he should go in. Homeless people sleep in the doorways of the shops.
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Over time, doorways have been opened up and sealed over again to suit changing family needs. — Zoë Dare Hall, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026 In Backrooms, a strange doorway appears in the basement of a furniture showroom. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 30 June 2026 The video began with a view of a sliding door with a painting of a flag, a patriotic banner, and white, red, and blue ribbon hanging on the doorway. — Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 However, for those with mobility issues looking to book a stay, most of the rooms require the use of stairs and doorways are not meant to accommodate wheelchairs. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for doorway

Word History

First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of doorway was in 1653

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“Doorway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/doorway. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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doorway

noun
door·​way -ˌwā How to pronounce doorway (audio)
1
: the opening or passage that a door closes
2
: a means of reaching or gaining something
the doorway to success

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