English Dictionary

barrier to entry

noun

(figuratively, by extension) An impediment that prohibits the use, adoption, application, etc. of (something).

The high cost of equipment is a significant barrier to entry for new businesses.

意味（1）

(figuratively, by extension) An impediment that prohibits the use, adoption, application, etc. of (something).

The class has a number of prerequisites, so sadly there is a barrier to entry.

意味（2）

(finance) A cost that must be incurred by a new entrant into a market, but which does not apply to incumbents.

意味（3）

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see barrier, to, entry.