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French door

American  

noun

  1. a door having glass panes throughout or nearly throughout its length.


Etymology

Origin of French door

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

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The French doors opened, and he toppled into the parlor.

From Literature

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

From Literature

Then he stood and turned to the French doors leading out to the White House lawn.

From Literature

Adjacent to the living areas, there is a chic dining area that overlooks the outdoor area, which is entered through the black-trim French doors.

From MarketWatch

The living room features a wood-burning fireplace, goat skin walls, and three sets of French doors that open to a covered outdoor seating area.

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