Phrase guide

at the door

prep_phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Meaning 1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see at, the, door.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning 2

Ringing the doorbell or knocking on the door.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • That would be Mom at the door.
  • The delivery man is at the door.

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Meaning 3

At the first threshold of the event itself rather than in advance.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • You can buy tickets at the door, but they will be pricier.

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History

Etymology

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