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

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Example Sentences

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storm door

Yarl testified at the hearing that he rang the doorbell and then reached for the storm door as Lester opened the inner door.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 29, 2024

After a relatively dry start to 2024, the storm door could swing open soon for Southern California, where back-to-back rainstorms are expected this week, according to the National Weather Service.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 16, 2024

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

Then, in January, the high shifted back to the east, slamming the storm door shut for Southern California, resulting in a record-dry January and February — months that are normally the state’s wettest.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 12, 2023

Trevor’s storm door creaked open and shut, and I turned around and jetted back into the kitchen.

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

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