ˌport of ˈentry noun (plural ports of entry) [countable]
a place, such as a port or airport, where people or goods can enter a country

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port of entry
n. phr.
1. A port where things brought into the country to sell may pass through customs.
Other ports of entry have been taking business from New York.
2. A port where a citizen of another country may legally enter a country; a port having passport and immigration facilities.
Airports have joined seaports as ports of entry for the visiting foreigner.

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