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Astragal: The center member of a double door, which is attached to the fixed or inactive door panel.

French hinged door: Hinged door(s) which have wider panel members around the glass.

French sliding door: A sliding door which has wider panel members around the glass, giving the appearance of a French hinged door.

Glazing stop: The part of the sash or door panel which holds the glass in place.

Head: The main horizontal member forming the top of the window or door frame.

Panel: Usually refers to the separate panel or panels in a door frame.