area vs jamb

area

noun
  • An open space, below ground level, giving access to the basement of a house, and typically separated from the pavement by railings. 

  • A particular geographic region. 

  • Any particular extent of surface, especially an empty or unused extent. 

  • The extent, scope, or range of an object or concept. 

  • Genitals. 

  • A measure of the extent of a surface; it is measured in square units. 

  • Penalty box; penalty area. 

jamb

noun
  • 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. 

  • Synonym of jambeau (“piece of armor for the leg”). 

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

verb
  • To fix or attach a jamb to. 

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