doorstep

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   An outside step leading up to the door of a building, usually a home.
2. 2
   One's immediate neighbourhood or locality.
3. 3
   A thick slice, especially of bread.

Verb

1. 1
   To visit one household after another to solicit sales, charitable donations, political support, etc.
2. 2
   To corner somebody for an unexpected interview.