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bridal An extremely exaggerated or over-the-top way of doing something related to a wedding, often in a humorous manner. ■ "The bride's entrance at the wedding was so bridal that it could only be described as a grand entrance fit for royalty. She walked down the aisle with a regal air, and the crowd erupted into applause.
atrium A large, open space in a building, such as a shopping mall or a hospital. Also known as a "grand entrance." ■ "Wow, this atrium is so grand! I feel like I'm walking through the gates of a palace!"
Backdoor A secret or hidden entrance to a place, especially one that is used for illegal or unethical purposes. ■ The politician was caught using the backdoor to bribe voters.
cave A large, dark hole in the ground with a small entrance at one end. ■ "I forgot my phone in the cave and now I'm lost."
Doorman A person who stands at the entrance of a building and greets visitors, directs them to their destinations, and manages any security measures. ■ "I'm sorry, sir, but you can't enter without a ticket."
entrances A point of access or entry to a place, often used humorously. ■ I can't believe I got locked out at the grocery store! It was such an entrance.
gulf A very deep and wide body of water, usually with steep sides and a narrow entrance. ■ "The gulf between the old and new technologies is vast, making it difficult for some to keep up."
manor A large and impressive country house or estate, often with extensive grounds and a grand entrance. ■ When the wealthy family bought their new manor in the countryside, they knew it was time to upgrade their social status.
vestibule A small room or entrance hall, typically with a tiled floor and a coat rack. ■ John's vestibule was the perfect place to hang his winter coat and boots.
arch An architectural structure that spans an opening or supports a roof, consisting of two or more curved pieces of stone or brick. ■ "The Roman Colosseum is famous for its grand arch that spans the entire entrance."; A way of behaving or thinking that is pretentious or self-aggrandizing. ■ "He always tries to put on an air of sophistication with his fancy French accent and archaic vocabulary."
gatehouse A large, ornate structure located at the entrance of an estate or property, designed to impress visitors and deter intruders. ■ "When I arrived at the grand gatehouse of my new home, I couldn't help but feel like a king entering his castle. But as I tried to park my car, I realized that the gatehouse had more in common with a prison than a royal estate - there were no less than five security guards stationed outside, all armed with weapons and stern expressions.
majestic adjective Exuding grandeur, pomp, and elegance in a way that is so impressive it's hard to believe it exists. Like a peacock showing off its feathers or a lion roaring at the top of its lungs. ■ The king's majestic entrance into the grand hall left everyone speechless.