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French doors

British  

plural noun

  1. Also called (in Britain and certain other countries): French windows.  a pair of casement windows extending to floor level and opening onto a balcony, garden, etc

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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French doors separate the living room from the dining room.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 26, 2026

Filled with eccentric decorative touches that mirrored Simmons’ vibrant public persona, the property features everything from staircase cherubs and boldly patterned wallpaper to curved French doors, terraced gardens, and a key-shaped swimming pool.

From MarketWatch Jun. 3, 2026

A trickling fountain greets visitors as they walk through the French doors.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 21, 2026

The primary suite is nothing short of luxury thanks to its French doors that open up to a private deck that offers panoramic views to the southwest, a walk-in closet, and an updated bathroom.

From MarketWatch Feb. 9, 2026

Instead of a carved wooden bureau and a set of French doors leading to a balcony, she saw walls of rough stone.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood

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