doorstop

A noun referring to an object used to prevent an open door from moving or closing.

• 🇩🇪Ein Gegenstand, der verhindert, dass eine Tür sich bewegt oder zufällt, indem er sie offen hält oder blockiert.

1. Door wedge or stopper B1 formal

   A heavy object or device placed against a door to prevent it from opening or closing.

   • He used a rubber doorstop to keep the door open.
   • The old book served as a makeshift doorstop.
   • A wooden doorstop is placed under the door to prevent it from slamming shut.

   🇩🇪Türstopper

   Synonyme: chockdoorstopperwedge

• doorstops plural form
• doorstops' possessive plural form
• doorstop's possessive singular form