Associations to the word «Doornail»

Wiktionary

DOORNAIL, noun. A nail with a wide head, traditionally used in the construction and ornamentation of wooden doors.

Dictionary definition

DOORNAIL, noun. A nail with a large head; formerly used to decorate doors.

Wise words

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