Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
entity
noun
/ˈɛn.tɪ.ti/
Definition
An entity is something that exists as a particular and discrete unit.
Examples
- The company is a legal entity that can own property.
- In philosophy, an entity is often discussed in terms of existence and being.
Meaning
In a general sense, it refers to anything that has a distinct existence, whether it be a physical object, a concept, or an organization.
Synonyms
- thing
- object
- being
- individual
- unit
