Meaning of 'entree'

noun

the act of entering

Example: "I made a graceful entree into the ballroom."

Synonyms: entrance

noun

something that provides access to get in or get out

Example: "We used a hidden door when we needed unobserved entree into the library."

Synonyms: entrance

noun

the right to enter

Example: "Our diplomatic passports were our entree into high society."

Synonyms: accession access admission admittance

noun

the principal dish of a meal, in American English

Example: "After passing on the appetizer course, we dug into our entrees."

Synonyms: main course

noun

A dish served before the main course, outside of North America. Note that American English uses the same word to refer to the main dish.

Example: "After stuffing ourselves on entrees, we couldn't eat another bite when the main dish was served."