Meaning & Definition of word "Entering"
Entering
/ˈɛn.tər.ɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. the action of coming or going into a place.
- Example: Entering the room, she felt a sense of warmth and welcome.
- 2. to join or become involved in something.
- Example: I am considering entering the competition next month.
- 3. to input data into a system.
- Example: He was entering the data into the spreadsheet meticulously.
Etymology
●From Middle English 'enteren', from Old French 'entrier', from Latin 'intrare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
entering a new phase:
Starting a different stage or experience.
entering a competition:
Participating in a contest.
entering the market:
Beginning to offer a product or service in a particular market.
Related Words
enter:
To go or come into a place.
entrance:
A way to enter a place.
entrant:
A person who enters a competition or organization.
Slang Meanings of entering
Meaning: Jumping in
● Example Sentence: He was entering the conversation like he owned the place.
Meaning: Sliding in
● Example Sentence: She entered the party smoothly, like she was sliding in.