Entry

Pronunciation: /ˈɛntri/

Definitions of entry

noun A word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality.

Example Sentences

A1 I filled out an entry form for the raffle.

A2 The entry fee for the competition is $10.

B1 Please ensure your entry is submitted before the deadline.

B2 Her entry in the art contest won first place.

C1 The entry requirements for the scholarship are quite rigorous.

C2 His entry into the prestigious university was a dream come true.

Examples of entry in a Sentence

formal Please ensure you have completed all sections before submitting your entry.

informal Don't forget to fill out all the boxes before sending in your entry.

slang Make sure you've filled in everything before you enter.

figurative Your entry into the competition will open up new opportunities for you.

Grammatical Forms of entry

• past tense: entered
• plural: entries
• comparative: more entry
• superlative: most entry
• present tense: enter
• future tense: will enter
• perfect tense: has entered
• continuous tense: is entering
• singular: entry
• positive degree: entry
• infinitive: to enter
• gerund: entering
• participle: entered

Origin and Evolution of entry

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'entry' originated from the Old French word 'entree' which means 'act of entering'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'entry' evolved to also refer to a written record of a transaction or event, such as an entry in a diary or a financial entry.