Meaning & Definition of word "Entry"
Entry
/ˈɛntri/
noun:
- 1. The act of going into a place or a means of entering; an opening or a way in.
- Example: She made her entry into the auditorium with a flourish.
- 2. An item or a record in a collection, list, or catalog.
- Example: There was a new entry in the contest that caught everyone's attention.
- 3. A statement in a diary, log, or account of events.
- Example: He wrote a detailed entry about his trip to Japan in his journal.
- 4. The right or permission to enter a place or to participate in something.
- Example: The ticket grants you entry to the concert.
Etymology
●From Middle English 'entri', from Old French 'entrée', from Latin 'intrare' meaning 'to enter'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
entry fee:
A charge required for admission to an event or venue.
entry level:
A position suitable for a beginner or inexperienced person.
entry point:
The initial step to enter into a particular area or activity.
Related Words
enter:
To go or come into a place.
entrance:
An opening or passage for entering.
entrant:
A person who enters a competition or place.
Slang Meanings of entry
Meaning: A casual term for a ticket or pass to an event.
● Example Sentence: Got my entry for the concert, can't wait!
Meaning: A reference to someone being accepted into a group or community.
● Example Sentence: He finally got his entry into the gaming world.