noun ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An opening or hallway allowing entry into a structure; a pathway allowing entry into a locality or region. countable

   "There were greeters handing out programmes in the entryway to the museum."

2. 2
   something that provides access (to get in or get out) wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

entranceaccessaditair lockapproachcorridor

Antonyms

All antonyms

exit

Example

More examples

"A bust of Aristotle stands on a pedestal in the entryway."

Etymology

From entry + way.

Related phrases

arctic entryway

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