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portal1

Pronunciation: /ˈpɔːt(ə)l/
Definition of portal

noun

  • a doorway, gate, or other entrance, especially a large and imposing one.
  • an Internet site providing access or links to other sites.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French, from medieval Latin portale, neuter (used as a noun) of portalis 'like a gate', from Latin porta 'door, gate'

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Definition of portal in the US English dictionary
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