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doormat

/dɔːrmæt/ noun · British & US
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What does doormat mean?

noun

A mat placed at the entrance of a building, typically with a message or a name on it, often used to welcome visitors or to indicate the name of the house. A person who is easily taken advantage of or exploited.

Example

"The doormat at the entrance of the hotel read 'Welcome to our home'."

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