doorjamb

Threshold's vertical edge

A doorjamb is either of the vertical pieces forming the sides of a doorframe.

The jambs support the door on its hinges and provide the surface against which it closes.

He leaned against the doorjamb, watching her leave.

Also spelled door jamb.

structure

frame

Supporting outer structure

  • casingEnclosing cover or frame
  • trimRemove unwanted edges
  • moldingDecorative architectural edging

stop · reveal · architrave · lintel · sill · threshold · head · side · rough opening · plinth

hardware

hinge

Movable connecting joint

deadbolt · doorknob · handle · weatherstrip · seal · reinforcer · screw hole · anchor · kick plate

carpentry

mortise

Carved slot for joining

  • tenonProjecting joint piece
  • chiselEdged carving implement
  • miterTall liturgical headdress

plumb · level · router · joinery · millwork · rabbet · stiles · rebate · shim · wood filler

doorway

doorpost

Vertical frame member

entryway · portal · passage · egress · ingress

Opposites
door frame orientation/position

doorjamblintel

Beam over an opening

threshold · doorsill · header · transom · sill

Family

doorjambs

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G