French doors

British

plural noun

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

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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 • Oct. 17, 2025

In one corner, a peaceful seating area with a blue water feature and tile flooring is nestled between a pair of French doors.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 8, 2023

A set of black aluminum-clad French doors off the dining room let in further sunshine and provide easy access to a new front porch.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2023

The French doors were cracked open to the night outside, and someone was down in the kitchen.

From New York Times • Sep. 6, 2023

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

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood

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