doorsill

noun

door·​sill ˈdȯr-ˌsil How to pronounce doorsill (audio)
: sill sense 1b

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The Exclusive trim starts at $50,500 and adds amenities like a Burmester sound system, navigation, a 360-degree camera, and illuminated doorsills. — Jack Fitzgerald, Car and Driver, 9 Mar. 2023 The interior looks just like that of other DBS models, but comes with standard sports seats, along with special badging on the center console and doorsill plaques. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Jan. 2023

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First Known Use

circa 1587, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of doorsill was circa 1587

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“Doorsill.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/doorsill. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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