Definition of doornail Doornail
/dɔˈɹnejˌl/ - [dorneyl] - door•nail
We found 4 definitions of doornail from 4 different sources.
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What does doornail mean?
WordNet
NounPlural: doornails |
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| doornail - a nail with a large head; formerly used to decorate doors |
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Wiktionary 
- doornail (Noun)
A nail with a wide head, traditionally used in the construction and ornamentation of wooden doors.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- doornail (n.)
The nail or knob on which in ancient doors the knocker struck; -- hence the old saying, "As dead as a doornail."
Part of speech
🔤- doornail, noun, singular of doornails.
