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doorknob

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/ˈdʊərnɒb/ · door-knob

A rounded handle that is used to open or close a door.

Meanings

nounformal

A rounded handle that is used to open or close a door.

ایک گول ہنر جو دروازہ کھولنے یا بند کرنے کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے۔

دروازے کا گولہ

darwazay ka gola

Synonyms

handleknobpullہنرگولہپول

Common Collocations

  • front doorknob
  • brass doorknob
  • doorknob lock

Example Sentences

She turned the doorknob to enter the room.

اس نے کمرے میں داخل ہونے کے لیے دروازے کا گولہ گھمایا۔

Us ne kamray mein dakhil hone ke liye darwazay ka gola ghumaya.

The doorknob was too hot to touch.

دروازے کا گولہ چھونے کے لیے بہت گرم تھا۔

Darwazay ka gola chhoone ke liye bohat garam tha.

He polished the doorknob until it shone.

اس نے دروازے کے گولے کو اس وقت تک پالش کیا جب تک کہ وہ چمکنے لگا۔

Us ne darwazay ke gole ko is waqt tak polish kiya jab tak ke woh chamakne laga.

Easily Confused With

doorbell:A doorbell is a button that rings a bell or chime when pressed, whereas a doorknob is a handle to open a door.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a knob as a round handle that opens doors.

Picture a shiny, round doorknob on a beautiful wooden door.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "doorknob" — a knob used for opening or closing a door

First known use: 19th century

The word 'doorknob' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'door' and 'knob', signifying its function as a handle.