Definition of Jamb

a post that forms the side part or upright of a door frame or window frame

Examples of Jamb in a sentence

Because the door jamb was bowed during the break-in, the frame will need to be replaced right away.  🔊

When installing the new fireplace, the contractor screwed the major part of the exit into the wooden jamb.  🔊

Because the window frame had been weathered over time, the jamb appeared to be a different color than the siding.  🔊

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