doorcase
[ dawr-keys, dohr- ]
noun
the finish frame of a doorway.
Origin of doorcase
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How to use doorcase in a sentence
He stood up, crowbar in hand, and inserted the chisel blade of the implement between the edge of the door and the doorcase.
Dope | Sax RohmerAt the entrance is an ornamental doorcase, and an iron gate, and it is a very complete building for the use of such a company.
Old and New London | Walter ThornburyThere he tilted his hatbrim to give shade to his eyes and leaned against the doorcase, looking idly out.
Ulysses | James JoyceThe doorcase is doubtless that made in 1476; but the door, with its gilt nails and other adornments, has disappeared.
The Care of Books | John Willis ClarkAn ancient doorcase with a grotesque carving disclosed the entrance.
Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 (of 2) | John Roby
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