storm door

American  

noun

1. a supplementary outside door, usually glazed, for protecting the entrance door against drafts, driving rain, etc.

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storm door British  

noun

1. an extra outer door for protection in bad weather

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Etymology

Origin of storm door

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

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storm door

A number of La Niñas have gotten off to wet starts only for the storm door to suddenly shut, according to Kittell.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2025

“We really are going to focus this year on the timing, the pace and the scale of the storms when that storm door is open,” said state climatologist Mike Anderson.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2023

A basic, lightweight aluminum storm door with screen panels from a home improvement store may be found for as little as $300 or less; a standard-size steel version would be about $400 to $500.

From Washington Post ● Jan. 31, 2023

Mr. Bentley did not react to the continuing screams as he walked up the five steps to the porch and opened the storm door.

From New York Times ● Dec. 10, 2021

Before I could start, I heard the creak of a storm door opening and closing behind me.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks