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doorknocker

/ˈdɔːrˌnɒk.ər/

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noun

/ˈdɔːrˌnɒk.ər/B1formal
  • ruМеталлическое устройство, часто декоративное, прикреплённое к двери на петле, используемое для стука, чтобы объявить о своём прибытии.

A metal device, often ornamental, attached to a door by a hinge, used for knocking to announce one's arrival.

  1. Door fittingB1formal

    A metal or ornamental device attached to a door, used for knocking to announce one's arrival.

    ruДверной молоток

    • The old house had a brass doorknocker shaped like a lion's head.
    • She lifted the heavy doorknocker and let it fall three times.
    • The antique doorknocker was polished to a bright shine.

    Synonymsknockerrapper

Forms
  • doorknockers plural form
  • doorknockers' possessive plural form
  • doorknocker's possessive singular form