portal

noun
UK: /ˈpɔː.təl/
US: /ˈpɔːr.t̬əl/

  1. An entrance or doorway, especially a large and impressive one.

    1. The portal led to a courtyard.
    2. The grand portal of the cathedral was intricately decorated with carvings.

  2. A website or online service that provides access to a variety of information and resources.

    1. Use the student portal to check grades.
    2. The company's online portal offers customers a range of self-service options.

  3. In fantasy or science fiction, a magical or technological gateway that allows travel between different places or times.

    1. The wizard opened a portal to another dimension.
    2. They stepped through the shimmering portal, ready for their journey.

Synonyms

doorway website gateway access point entrance

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "portal" in English means: An entrance or doorway, especially a large and impressive one., A website or online service that provides access to a variety of information and resources., In fantasy or science fiction, a magical or technological gateway that allows travel between different places or times..

The phonetic transcription of "portal" is /ˈpɔː.təl/ in British English and /ˈpɔːr.t̬əl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "portal": doorway, website, gateway, access point, entrance.

Example usage of "portal": "The portal led to a courtyard.". More examples on the page.