French door
Americannoun
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.
From MarketWatch
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