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noun

ˈgāt How to pronounce gate (audio)
Definition of gatenext
1
as in door
a barrier by which an entry is closed and opened be sure to latch the gate when you leave so the dog doesn't get out

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2
as in doorway
the opening through which one can enter or leave a structure passed through the gates of the walled city

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3
as in valve
a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid opens the gate in the lock so the ships can get through the canal

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gate

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verb

as in to fence

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Recent Examples of gate
Noun
Unbeknownst to him, his mother is stopped at the gate for lacking a passport. — Addie Morfoot, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025 Some experts even suggest putting a gate on your child's door and locking it, but other experts advise against it due to fire safety considerations. — Laura Broadwell, Parents, 18 Mar. 2025
Verb
The Freedom Of Access Access to financial products has traditionally been gated, especially on a global level. — Bryan Benson, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025 Animals that are kennel-trained will likely be pleased to be in their cozy confines and away from the bustle of vacuums, mops, and the like, but for those who are roamers, consider gating off an area for them. — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gate
  1. door
  2. doorway
  3. valve
  4. fence
  5. entrance
Noun
  • From Silent Servers to Digital Symphonies Behind the closed doors of data centers, a revolution quietly unfolds.
    — Luis E. Romero, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • But South Korea’s recent designation may mean that the door on that goal has closed.
    — Max Kim, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of door
Noun
  • That’s because his PS Lounge bar shares a doorway with Enzo, and the two businesses can service each other’s customers that way.
    — John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Video of the crash showed a silver Subaru backing into the business via a doorway before making a turn and driving out via another doorway.
    — Bill Feather, NBC News, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of doorway
Noun
  • Teams deemed the valve needed to be replaced and the rocket needed to be rolled back from the pad to Boeing’s Vertical Integration Facility.
    — Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2025
  • The sinking feeling is real when: Our otherwise genial neighbor up north is contemplating cutting electricity to our northeastern states, even considering closing their crude oil valve to our refineries.
    — Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of valve
Verb
  • Almost two years after being fenced off because of safety concerns, the playground Vinehenge is being removed from Grape Day Park in Escondido.
    — Gary Warth, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2025
  • They’re surrounded by fencing with banners advertising Cox’s company, Drive Development, and renderings of sleek new homes.
    — Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 2 Mar. 2025
Definition of fence
Noun
  • According to the outlet, flowers have been left in tribute to Airlie at the entrance of the Grotto Reserve where she was found.
    — Latoya Gayle, People.com, 17 Mar. 2025
  • The bearded man with red hair is seen in the footage taken in the Khalil home and at the entrance of Pine village.
    — Tamara Qiblawi, CNN, 17 Mar. 2025
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