C1verbformalacademicphilosophy
US/ɪnˈteɪl/
UK/ɪnˈteɪl/
to involve something as a necessary part or result
In context
Studying abroad entails a lot of paperwork and planning.
Before you accept, ask exactly what the new job will entail.
Building a new airport would entail moving hundreds of families.
Words that go with entail
verb + noun
- entail risksEvery investment entails risks.
- entail costsThe new system would entail costs for small schools.
- entail a lot ofLearning to drive entails a lot of practice.
adverb + verb
- necessarily entailFreedom does not necessarily entail happiness.
- inevitably entailRapid growth will inevitably entail some damage to the environment.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
This job entails to travel a lot.Correct: This job entails traveling a lot.