doorstopper

English

noun
Definitions
  • A doorstop: a device for halting the motion of a door.
  • (jocular) A large book, which by implication could be used to stop a door.
  • A gauge used in geophysics.

Etymology

Compound from English door + English stopper.

Origin

English

stopper

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