Meaning of the word entry in English

What does entry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

entry

US /ˈen.tri/
UK /ˈen.tri/
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Noun

1.

an act of going into or getting into a place

Example:
The police forced an entry into the building.
She gained entry to the competition.
2.

a piece of writing, an item, or a record that is put into a list, book, or system

Example:
Each entry in the dictionary has a definition.
Make sure to log every entry in the database.
3.

a person or thing that enters a competition or race

Example:
There were over 100 entries in the photography contest.
The horse was a late entry in the race.
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