1. a person whose job is to guard an entrance and control who may enter
2. an official who maintains order and controls access in a legislative body
Usage: formal; government

Examples

• The doorkeeper checked everyone’s identification before allowing them into the building.
• She worked as a doorkeeper at the exclusive club for over twenty years.
• The doorkeeper refused to let anyone enter without proper credentials.
• Parliament’s doorkeeper announced the arrival of the visiting dignitaries.
• The hotel doorkeeper greeted guests with a friendly smile.
• Security was tight, with multiple doorkeepers stationed at each entrance.