doornail

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See also: door-nail and door nail

English[edit]

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Etymology[edit]

From Middle English dore-nail, equivalent to door +‎ nail.

Noun[edit]

doornail (plural doornails)

  1. A nail with a wide head, traditionally used in the construction and ornamentation of wooden doors.

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