Door
/dɔːr/noun
A movable barrier used to close off an entrance or exit.
Did you know?In ancient cultures, doors were often seen as portals to the spiritual realm, believed to protect against evil spirits.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dōru
“A wooden structure or beam, signifying strength and support.”
Old English
OE
duru
“A barrier for entering or exiting, often made of wood.”
Middle English
ME
dor
“An entrance, typically used in the context of a household.”
Modern English
English
door
“A structure for closing off an entrance, evolving into various symbolic meanings over time.”