doorstopper

[US]/ˈdɔːstɒpə/
[UK]/ˈdɔːrˌstɑːpər/

Translation

n.a device used to hold a door open or closed; also known as slamming stile or stop
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

doorstopper book

heavy doorstopper

doorstopper wedge

doorstopper prop

rubber doorstopper

decorative doorstopper

wooden doorstopper

metal doorstopper

doorstopper design

classic doorstopper

Example Sentences

the doorstopper kept the heavy door from closing.

i used a book as a doorstopper to prop the door open.

she bought a cute doorstopper to match her home decor.

the dog pushed the doorstopper with its nose.

every time the wind blew, the doorstopper would move.

he forgot to put the doorstopper back after using it.

the doorstopper was a gift from my grandmother.

using a doorstopper is a simple way to keep doors open.

he always trips over the doorstopper when he enters.

the doorstopper was made of rubber for better grip.

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