Definition

1. Noun:
   • A door intended for use by servants or for the delivery of goods and removal of waste: A "service door" is a secondary, often less ornate, entrance to a building. Its primary functions are to provide access for domestic staff, allow for the delivery of supplies, and facilitate the removal of trash or refuse, keeping these utilitarian activities separate from the main entrance.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The groceries were delivered through the service door at the back of the restaurant.
  • In historical mansions, servants would use the service door to enter and exit without being seen by the guests.

Advanced Usage

• "service entrance": This is a common synonym that can refer to the door itself or the general area/access point for services.
  • The loading dock is part of the building's service entrance.

Variants and Related Words

• Service entrance (n): An alternative term for a service door or the area where it is located.
• Back door (n): While similar in location, a "back door" is more general and may be used by family or residents, not exclusively for service purposes.
• Tradesman's entrance (n): A term, now somewhat dated, specifically denoting an entrance for delivery people or craftsmen.

Synonyms

• Delivery door: A door used specifically for receiving deliveries.
• Utility door: A door providing access for maintenance or utility functions.

Related Phrases

• "To use the service door": To enter or exit via the service entrance, often implying a non-public or utilitarian purpose.
  • The caterers were instructed to use the service door.

Notes on Meaning

The term "service door" specifically denotes functionality and status. It is typically: - Less decorative than the main entrance. - Located at the rear, side, or basement of a building. - Associated with the practical workings of a household or business rather than its formal presentation.

Noun

1. an entrance intended for the use of servants or for delivery of goods and removal of refuse