Doorway — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈdȯr-ˌwā/ door·way

Meaning & Definition of Doorway

Doorway (noun)

  1. the opening that a door closes; especially, an entrance into a building or room
  2. door

Doorway (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the means or right of entering or participating in

    "the doorway to a life of luxury and leisure"

  2. the opening through which one can enter or leave a structure

    "he stood in the doorway until we finally invited him in"

    related: hatch, hatchway

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Doorway

The most common words with a similar meaning to Doorway:

Near Antonyms of Doorway

Origin & Etymology of Doorway

First known use: 1653

Frequently Asked Questions about Doorway

What does "Doorway" mean?

"Doorway" means the opening that a door closes; especially, an entrance into a building or room. As a noun, it is defined as: the opening that a door closes; especially, an entrance into a building or room. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Doorway"?

Other words for "Doorway" include access, accession, admission, admittance, door, entrance, entrée and entry. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Doorway" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Doorway"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Doorway". Common alternatives include access, accession, admission, admittance, door, entrance, entrée, entry, gateway and ingress.

How do you use "Doorway" in a sentence?

Examples of "Doorway" in a sentence: "the doorway to a life of luxury and leisure"; "he stood in the doorway until we finally invited him in".

Is "Doorway" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Doorway" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Doorway"?

"Doorway" is pronounced /ˈdȯr-ˌwā/ and divided into syllables as door·way.

What is the origin of the word "Doorway"?

First known use: 1653.

What is another word for "Doorway" meaning "the means or right of entering or participating in"?

When "Doorway" (noun) means the means or right of entering or participating in, synonyms include access, accession, admission, admittance, door and entrance.