portiere

Example Sentences

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Meantime, the prince retrieved his priceless paintings and handmade clothes from the portiere, or janitor, who had helpfully hidden them when the inspector called.

From Time Magazine Archive

He thought he saw Cathy’s door close very silently, but perhaps the leaping candlelight had fooled his eyes, for a portiere seemed to move too.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck

Ruth had paused with her hand on the heavy portiere, wide-eyed.

From The Search by Hill, Grace Livingston

The portiere, the guards, the corridors, and approaches to the staircases monopolize this space.

From Italy, the Magic Land by Whiting, Lilian

“We will draw this portiere across the doorway, and no gentleman would think of entering,” said Lib.

From Our Young Folks at Home and Abroad by Dale, Daphne