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Doornail

Doornail Meaning & Definition
Doornail Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Doornail?

[n] a nail with a large head; formerly used to decorate doors

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See Also | nail

Doornail In Webster's Dictionary

\Door"nail`\, n. The nail or knob on which in ancient doors the knocker struck; -- hence the old saying, ``As dead as a doornail.''

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