Enter
/ˈɛn.tər/
Definitions
- (v.) To come or go into a place.
She entered the room quietly.
- (v.) To begin or initiate participation in an activity or legal proceeding.
The company entered into a contract last week.
Forms
- enters
- entered
- entering
See also
Commentary
Commonly used in both physical and abstract contexts; in legal drafting, clarify what is being 'entered' to avoid ambiguity.
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