DOORJAMB

Door jamb

A door jamb is the vertical portion of the frame onto which a door is secured. The jamb bears the weight of the door through its hinges, and most types of door latches and deadbolts extend into a recess in the doorjamb when engaged, making the "true" and strength of the doorjambs vitally important to the overall operational durability and security of the door.

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doorjamb

Noun

  1. Either of the upright posts on either side of a door, which together support a lintel.


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