Doorpost
(noun)
- Either of the vertical supports at the side of a door frame into which the hinges are fixed.
- A pillar or column serving as a support.
Origin:
Mid 16th century: from door + post.
Examples:
- He leaned against the doorpost, exhausted from all the moving.
- She hung a wreath of flowers on the doorpost for the holiday.
- The doorpost was adorned with intricate carvings.
- The doorpost was sturdy enough to support the weight of the heavy door.
- She looked around the room and noticed that all the doorposts were made of oak.