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

Lester said he then saw Yarl pulling on the storm door handle, something Yarl disputes, according to the probable cause statement.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 18, 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

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