Portal meaning

What does “portal” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“portal” is a noun with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically).

portal

noun

  1. a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically)

    “the portals of the cathedral”

    “the portals of heaven”

  2. a site that the owner positions as an entrance to other sites on the internet

    “a portal typically has search engines and free email and chat rooms etc.”

    Synonymsportal site
  3. a short vein that carries blood into the liver

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University