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2. threshold
noun. ['ˈθrɛˌʃoʊld'] the starting point for a new state or experience.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- threshold (English)
- þrescold (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- þrescan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
3. threshold
noun. ['ˈθrɛˌʃoʊld'] the smallest detectable sensation.
Etymology
- threshold (English)
- þrescold (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- þrescan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. threshold
noun. ['ˈθrɛˌʃoʊld'] the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway.
Synonyms
Etymology
- threshold (English)
- þrescold (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- þrescan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. threshold
noun. ['ˈθrɛˌʃoʊld'] the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- threshold (English)
- þrescold (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- þrescan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
6. threshold
noun. ['ˈθrɛˌʃoʊld'] a region marking a boundary.
Etymology
- threshold (English)
- þrescold (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- þrescan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. absolute
adjective. ['ˈæbsəˌluːt'] complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers.