Definition of entrance

The word "entrance" has its roots in Old French and Latin. The Old French word "entrée" meant "way in" or "opening," which was derived from the Latin word "intrare," meaning "to enter." This Latin verb is also the source of the English word "enter." In the 14th century, the Middle English word "entril" or "entrence" emerged, which referred to the act of entering or the place where one enters. Over time, the spelling evolved to "entrance," and the meaning expanded to include not only the physical act of entering but also the idea of a dramatic or impactful entrance, as well as a doorway or entryway. Today, the word "entrance" has multiple connotations, including physical, emotional, and metaphorical.