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jamb
This term refers specifically to the structural verticality of an opening. It is a technical architectural term used primarily in construction and carpentry to describe the side-posts of a door or window. While it sounds identical to jam, it is distinct in spelling and meaning, referring to the frame rather than a preserve or a blockage.
In practical usage, the word is most often encountered when discussing home renovations, interior design, or building specifications. It describes the surface where a door hinges are attached or where a window sash slides, emphasizing the boundary between the wall and the opening.
Meanings
Examples
He leaned against the door jamb and watched her leave.
The detective noticed a small scratch on the window jamb.
Wait right there by the jamb until I open the gate.
The ancient stone jamb was carved with intricate hieroglyphs.
I need to sand down the jamb before I can paint the frame.
She stood in the jamb of the bedroom door, hesitant to enter.
The carpenter carefully measured the width of the door jamb.
Dust had collected in the corners of the window jamb over the years.