main entry
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the principal entry of an item in a reference text, often placed in alphabetical order.
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Library Science. the principal, complete entry of an item in a catalog or bibliography, giving full information on the item, often including its location, and the form by which the item is to be consistently identified and cited.
Example Sentences
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The Canaries -- Spanish islands off the coast of west Africa -- have become the main entry point for irregular migrants into Spain after long and dangerous trips from Africa.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
Spain is one of the main entry points for people seeking a better life in Europe, and the country has faced pressure from European Union partners to curb irregular migration.
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026
Gaza's Rafah border crossing, a main entry and exit point for the territory, has reopened after eight months to allow sick and wounded Palestinians to cross over into Egypt to receive medical treatment.
From BBC • Feb. 1, 2025
Egypt said it agreed to send U.N. humanitarian aid trucks through the Kerem Shalom border crossing, Israel’s main entry point into southern Gaza.
From Seattle Times • May 25, 2024
Below it was the main entry, deep-framed with columns and more statues.
From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi
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