entry
//ˈɛntɹi//
Forms
- Plural
- entries
Definitions
1.The act of entering.
- The wrestler's dramatic entry into the stadium was very impressive.
2.Permission to enter.
- Children are allowed entry only if accompanied by an adult.
3.A doorway that provides a means of entering a building.
4.The act of taking possession.
Frequency
Overall
Uncommon· #2286
By learning goal
- Everyday conversation
- Rare
- General reading & writing
- Uncommon
- Academic
- Rare
- Literature
- Rare
Related words
Synonyms
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English entre, from Old French entree (feminine past participle of the verb entrer, Modern French entrée).
From Latin intrō.
Doublet of entrada and entrée.