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jamb

/dʒæm/

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noun

Zarge, Rahmen

(interior decorating) Either of the vertical components that form the side of an opening in a wall, such as that of a door frame, window frame, or fireplace.

Examples :

"The painter carefully taped the jamb of the door to protect it from getting splattered with paint. "

Der Maler klebte sorgfältig die Zarge der Tür ab, um sie vor Farbspritzern zu schützen.

architecture building part

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noun

Gesteinsmasse, Verwerfung

Any thick mass of rock that prevents miners from following the lode or vein.

Examples :

"The miners were frustrated; a solid jamb of granite blocked their progress, forcing them to abandon the gold vein. "

Die Bergleute waren frustriert; eine massive Gesteinsmasse aus Granit blockierte ihren Fortschritt und zwang sie, die Goldader aufzugeben.

geology material

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verb

Einen Türpfosten anbringen

To fix or attach a jamb to.

Examples :

"The carpenter jambed the new door frame into the wall. "

Der Zimmermann brachte den neuen Türrahmen an der Wand an.

architecture building