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Türpfosten — meaning in English

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English meaning

jamb noun Either of the two upright side posts of a doorway, window or fireplace, which the frame and hinges are fixed to.

Senses

Türpfosten is used for these senses in English:

doorjamb Either of the upright posts on either side of a door, which together support a lintel.
jamb (architecture, interior decorating, carpentry) 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.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.