doorplate

/ˈdɔrˌpleɪt/
noun
  1. A small metal or plastic plate attached to a door, typically bearing a name, number, or other identifying information.
    • He polished the doorplate until it shone like a mirror.
    • The apartment doorplate had the number 3B engraved on it.
    • The brass doorplate read 'Dr. Emily Chen, Dentist'.
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