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doorjamb

/ˈdɔː.dʒæm/

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noun

/ˈdɔː.dʒæm/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее вертикальную боковую часть дверной коробки, которая поддерживает дверь и часто содержит петли или ответную планку замка.

A noun referring to the vertical side piece of a door frame, which supports the door and often contains the hinges or strike plate.

  1. Door frame componentB2formal

    The vertical side piece of a door frame, against which the door closes.

    ruДверной косяк

    • He painted the doorjamb to match the new door.
    • The doorjamb was damaged when the door was forced open.
    • She measured the doorjamb to install a new lock.

    Synonymsdoorpostjamb

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