Meaning of aldaba

aldaba: It is a metallic element that is placed on the doors externally. It is also often called a doorknob or caller. In Colombia it was commonly used many years ago. We also used to say aldaba to a metallic element that was used internally as a bolt or pin. In both cases they are already little used elements and are only found in old buildings. The term is of Arabic origin.; It is a sturdy and generally mobile metal part with various uses. The most popular is the caller to knock on the doors, like a piece attached to it by a hinge that allows you to beat it. It can also be fixed to the wall with a hoop through which to pass the cavalry reins and thus tie it so that it does not escape. In the windows is a moving bar with a hook that serves as a lock so that they do not open. It comes from the Andalusian Arab 1575; 1604; 1590; 1576; 1617; 1577; ( aldbb ) with a dubious translation of "the lizard"; today in Arabic means "the lock or latch".; PIN to ensure doors and windows