jamb

[US]/dʒæm/
[UK]/dʒæm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. side post; vertical element
Word Forms
Pluraljambs

Phrases & Collocations

door jamb

window jamb

Example Sentences

the edge of the door and jamb

She leaned against the door jamb, chatting with her neighbor.

The door jamb was painted a bright red color.

He propped open the door with a jamb.

The jamb of the window was broken and needed to be replaced.

She accidentally bumped her head on the door jamb.

The door jamb creaked as she opened the door.

The jamb of the old house was made of solid oak wood.

He stood in the doorway, leaning against the jamb.

The jamb of the gate was decorated with intricate carvings.

She accidentally shut her finger in the door jamb.

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