Gate
/Ι‘eΙͺt/
The meaning and definition of Gate, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
noun
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The gap between a batsman's bat and pad.
βSingh was bowled through the gate, a very disappointing way for a world-class batsman to get out.β
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Movable barrier.
βThe gate in front of the railroad crossing went up after the train had passed.β
verb
- To keep something inside by means of a closed gate.
- To punish, especially a child or teenager, by not allowing them to go out.
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Synonyms
logic gate doorway entrance passage ground
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