doorknob — a round handle that you turn to open or close a door
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a round handle that you turn to open or close a door
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɔːrnɑːb/
Korean meaning: 문을 열거나 닫기 위해 돌리는 둥근 손잡이
Korean pronunciation: **도어**납
Example Sentences
- I grabbed the doorknob but it came off in my hand - talk about an awkward entrance!
- Please turn the doorknob slowly to avoid making noise.
- The cat has learned to jump up and turn the doorknob with its paws.
doorknob
NOUN//ˈdɔːrnɑːb//
a round handle that you turn to open or close a door
a young woman reaches out and grasps the brass round handle on the door. She turns the shiny metal knob clockwise with her fingers wrapped around its circular shape. As she rotates the handle, the door's latch mechanism releases with a soft click. The door begins to swing open inward, revealing the warm glow of her home's interior. Her friend standing nearby watches as the entrance opens to welcome them inside. a round handle that you turn to open or close a door
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They rob the doorknob, now I can't do my job!
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Origin
문을 뜻하는 'door'와 둥근 돌기를 의미하는 'knob'이 합쳐진 복합어입니다. knob은 중세 저지 독일어 'knobbe'(둥근 돌기)에서 유래되었습니다.
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“I grabbed the doorknob but it came off in my hand - talk about an awkward entrance!”
“Please turn the doorknob slowly to avoid making noise.”
“The cat has learned to jump up and turn the doorknob with its paws.”
“The brass doorknob needs polishing to restore its shine.”
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