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Definition of entry noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

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entry

noun
entry pronunciation English ˈentri entry pronunciation American ˈentri
plural entries
 
 

going in

1 [countable, uncountable] an act of going into or getting into a placeShe made her entry to the sound of thunderous applause.The children were surprised by the sudden entry of their teacher.entry (into something) How did the thieves gain entry into the building?2 [uncountable] the right or opportunity to enter a placeNo Entry (= for example, on a sign)entry (to/into something) Entry to the museum is free.to be granted/refused entry into the country
 

joining group

3 [uncountable] entry (into something) the right or opportunity to take part in something or become a member of a groupcountries seeking entry into the European Unionthe entry of women into the workforceAmerican entry into the war
 

in competition

4 [countable] something that you do, write or make to take part in a competition, for example answering a set of questionsThere have been some impressive entries in the wildlife photography section (= impressive photographs).The closing date for entries is 31 March.The sender of the first correct entry drawn will win a weekend for two in Venice.5 [uncountable] the act of taking part in a competition, race, etcEntry is open to anyone over the age of 18.an entry form6 [singular] the total number of people who are taking part in a competition, race, etcThere's a record entry for this year's marathon.
 

written information

7 [countable] an item, for example a piece of information, that is written or printed in a dictionary, an account book, a diary, etcan encyclopedia entryentry (in something) There is no entry in his diary for that day.8 [uncountable] the act of recording information in a computer, book, etcMore keyboarding staff are required for data entry.
 

door/gate

9 (also entryway
entryway pronunciation English ˈentriweɪ entryway pronunciation American ˈentriweɪ
) (both North American English) [countable] a door, gate or passage where you enter a building; an entrance hallYou can leave your umbrella in the entry.