jamb
English
/dʒæm/
noun
Definitions
- (architecture) Either of the vertical components that form the side of an opening in a wall, such as that of a door frame, window frame, or fireplace.
- (mining) Any thick mass of rock that prevents miners from following the lode or vein.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English jambe derived from Middle French jambe (leg).
Origin
Middle French
jambe
Gloss
leg
Concept
Semantic Field
The body
Ontological Category
Person/Thing
Kanji
脚