1. plural of doorknob; round handles used to open and close doors

Examples

• The old house had brass doorknobs throughout.
• She polished all the doorknobs until they gleamed.
• The doorknobs were loose and needed tightening.
• Modern homes often have lever-style handles instead of traditional doorknobs.
• He collected antique doorknobs as a hobby.
• The doorknobs were too high for the small child to reach.