jamb

• Vertikaler seitlicher Pfosten oder Holm, der die Seiten eines Tür-, Fenster- oder Kaminrahmens bildet.

A noun referring to a vertical side post or upright piece that forms the side of a door, window, or fireplace frame.

1. Vertical side of a frameB2formal

   The upright post or surface forming the side of a door, window, or fireplace opening.

   Türstock

   • He measured the door jamb before installing the new frame.
   • The window jamb was painted white to match the trim.
   • She leaned against the door jamb while waiting.

   Synonymedoorpostpostupright