doornail en · NOUN
Etymology
From Middle English dore-nail, equivalent to door + nail.
Meanings
- A nail with a wide head, traditionally used in the construction and ornamentation of wooden doors.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| door nail | alternative | lexicographic | |
| door-nail | alternative | lexicographic | |
| doornails | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
deader than a doornail · deaf as a doornail · dead as a doornail · dumb as a doornail