doorstep
Translation
doorstep
Examples
The milk was left on the doorstep.
The milk was left on the doorstep.
He stood on the doorstep, waiting.
He stood on the doorstep, waiting.
Grammar Patterns
((on the)) doorstep on the step outside a door The milk was left on the doorstep.
Similar Words
Synonyms: threshold, sill
Etymology
A compound word from 'door' and 'step'. Literally, the step in front of a door.
Memory Tips
Imagine taking a 'step' right outside your 'door'. The word describes the action of arriving at a house.