entryway

noun

en·​try·​way ˈen-trē-ˌwā How to pronounce entryway (audio)
: a passage for entrance

Examples of entryway in a Sentence

a small entryway to receive visitors
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Place mums of the same color and small pumpkins on opposite sides of the entryway steps to form a balanced look on your fall front porch. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025 Like with a private jet, there are no congested entryways for pickups and drop-offs; instead, guests arrive at a separate facility across the airfield. Chris Dong, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025 Entryway storage Instantly organize your entryway with a new storage bench or a dedicated shoe storage cabinet. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2025 If it’s being displayed outside, it’s recommended to place it under an awning or covered entryway to preserve its original condition. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 14 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for entryway

Word History

First Known Use

1746, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of entryway was in 1746

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“Entryway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/entryway. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.

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entryway

noun
en·​try·​way ˈen-trē-ˌwā How to pronounce entryway (audio)
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