NYT Dictionary

PORTAL

/ˈpɔːɹtl̩/
NounAdjectiveVerbPOR-talpor-tal · 2 syllablesGrade 6

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2024

Meaning

An entrance, entry point, or means of entry.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English portal, porttol, from Old French portal and Medieval Latin portāle, from porta.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

archwaybulkheaddoordoorjambdoorpostdoorwayentranceentryfoyergate

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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