Entree

/ˈɑːn.treɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A dish served as the main course of a meal.

For dinner, I ordered the grilled salmon as my entree.

The act of entering; entrance.

The grand entree of the performers captivated the audience.

A way into a place or a method of gaining access.

The entree to the exclusive club required a special invitation.

French, from 'entrer' meaning to enter.

entrée point

The initial or main focus of discussion.

appetizer

A small dish served before the main meal.

dish

A particular variety or preparation of food.

A main meal, especially in a more casual dining context.

Let’s just order a couple of entrees to share.

The main focus of an event or gathering.

The tech presentation was the real entree of the evening.