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

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

“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

Mr. Lester told a police officer after the shooting that he saw a Black male “pulling on the exterior storm door handle.”

From New York Times • Apr. 18, 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

A moment later, I heard Trevor’s storm door creak open and closed.

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