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doorplate

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A plaque mounted on a door, bearing information about the occupant of a room or building.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

a nameplate fastened to a door; indicates the person who works or lives there

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: nameplate

History

Etymology

From door + plate.

Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: ovikilpi — plaque mounted on a door
  • Finnish: ovikyltti — plaque mounted on a door
  • Polish: tabliczka na drzwiach — plaque mounted on a door