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🇬🇧 Doorman meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

noun
A doorman is a person who works at the front door of a hotel, apartment, or other big building. The doorman opens the door for people, greets them politely, and may help them carry bags or find a taxi. A doorman also watches who comes in and out to help keep everyone in the building safe and comfortable.

💬 Example Sentences

I told the doorman I was running away forever, and he said, “Okay, I’ll keep the door open for when you’re back in ten minutes.”
Our building’s doorman didn’t blink when a kid walked in wearing a dinosaur costume and roaring for the elevator.
The doorman saw me trying to push a pull door and said, “Don’t worry, doors are tricky on Mondays.”
The doorman saw my hair after gym class and said, “The wind is strong today,” even though we were inside.
Some fancy buildings have a doorman 24 hours a day, which means there is literally a professional “hello” and “goodbye” person on duty all night long.

📖 Mini Story

The doorman stood at the bright entrance, coat heavy against rain. When a stranger tripped, the doorman caught a falling bag and opened the door. A wet woman smiled; the doorman held her umbrella and guided her inside. Later, the doorman waved to a child and the doorman closed the door with a light bow.

🧑‍🎓 CEFR Level: C2 Proficient

This word is at the C2 level, which means it represents the highest mastery of English. It’s often used in specialized or highly formal contexts and helps you communicate with precision and subtlety, much like a native speaker.
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