French doors

British

plural noun

Also called (in Britain and certain other countries): French windows. a pair of casement windows extending to floor level and opening onto a balcony, garden, etc

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Adjacent to the foyer is the living area, which features a cozy fireplace, dark wooden floors, and black French doors that allow natural light to flood inside.

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The primary suite is nothing short of luxury thanks to its French doors that open up to a private deck that offers panoramic views to the southwest, a walk-in closet, and an updated bathroom.

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Hackman and Arakawa wanted to make the property more welcoming, so they tore down blocking walls and added French doors that allowed natural light to flood in.

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The French doors opened, and he toppled into the parlor.

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Instead of a carved wooden bureau and a set of French doors leading to a balcony, she saw walls of rough stone.

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