Doorplate: meaning, definitions and examples
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doorplate
[ ˈdɔːrpleɪt ]
household marker
A doorplate is a flat piece of material, usually attached to a door or wall, that displays a name, number, or other identification. It is commonly used in residential and commercial settings to identify the occupant or purpose of the room. Doorplates can also serve decorative purposes, contributing to the overall aesthetic of a building's entrance.
Synonyms
label, nameplate, plaque, sign
Examples of usage
- The doorplate proudly displayed the family name.
- They installed a new doorplate for the office.
- Make sure the doorplate is clean and visible for guests.
- The doorplate indicated that the room was occupied.
Translations
Translations of the word "doorplate" in other languages:
🇵🇹 placa de porta
🇮🇳 दरवाजे की प्लेट
🇩🇪 Türschild
🇮🇩 papan pintu
🇺🇦 дверна табличка
🇵🇱 tablica drzwiowa
🇯🇵 ドアプレート
🇫🇷 plaque de porte
🇪🇸 placa de puerta
🇹🇷 kapı plakası
🇰🇷 문패
🇸🇦 لوحة باب
🇨🇿 dveřní tabulka
🇸🇰 dverová tabuľa
🇨🇳 门牌
🇸🇮 vratna tabla
🇮🇸 hurðaskilt
🇰🇿 есік тақтасы
🇬🇪 კარის დაფა
🇦🇿 qapı lövhəsi
🇲🇽 placa de puerta
Etymology
The term 'doorplate' originates from the combination of two words: 'door' and 'plate.' The word 'door' comes from the Old English 'dorr,' which has Germanic roots meaning 'the door of a house or room.' The word 'plate' finds its roots in the Latin 'platus,' meaning 'flat or broad.' The use of doorplates can be traced back to the need for identification and communication in residential and commercial settings. Historically, these plates were made from various materials, including wood, metal, and glass, and often featured engraving or painting to display names and numbers. Over time, doorplates have evolved into decorative elements that reflect personal style or the character of a business, incorporating various design trends while maintaining their primary function of providing identification.