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Doorstep Definition & Meaning

doorstep
noun
  1. the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway

"Doorstep" in song lyrics

See how doorstep is used in real songs:

  • "Sellin' rock cocaine on my doorstep"
    Afroman — Palmdale
  • "Above that, smugglin' the raw right to your doorstep"
    Apathy & Celph Titled f/ One Two — Bad Attitudes
  • "I'll -- wait on your doorstep"
    Erykah Badu — Turn Me Away (Get Munny)

Words that rhyme with doorstep

Usage tips for "doorstep"

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Frequently asked questions

What does doorstep mean?
the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway
What part of speech is doorstep?
Doorstep is a noun.

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