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单词 suicide door
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Definition of suicide door in English:

suicide door

noun ˌs(j)uːɪsʌɪd ˈdɔː
  • 1A metaphorical exit door used by those who commit suicide.

  • 2A dangerously positioned door, specifically one which opens to a steep drop.

  • 3On a motor vehicle: a rear-hinged door for a passenger or driver, often perceived as dangerous due to the risk of it opening while the vehicle is in motion.

Origin

Mid 18th century. From suicide + door.

Definition of suicide door in US English:

suicide door

nounˌs(j)uːɪsʌɪd ˈdɔː
  • 1A metaphorical exit door used by those who commit suicide.

  • 2A dangerously positioned door, specifically one which opens to a steep drop.

  • 3On a motor vehicle: a rear-hinged door for a passenger or driver, often perceived as dangerous due to the risk of it opening while the vehicle is in motion.

Origin

Mid 18th century. From suicide + door.

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