記入欄

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 記入欄 (きにゅうらん) is a compound noun for a blank field provided on a form for entering information.
• Basic usage: 申込書の記入欄を埋める makes all entry fields on an application the object completed, while 住所の記入欄が狭い predicates the limited size of the address field.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Whole form and specific field
  • 記入欄をすべて埋める includes multiple fields, whereas 住所の記入欄 selects one address field. The box should be distinguished from the information written into it.