Gate

/Ι‘eΙͺt/

The meaning and definition of Gate, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. The gap between a batsman's bat and pad.
    β€œSingh was bowled through the gate, a very disappointing way for a world-class batsman to get out.”
  2. Movable barrier.
    β€œThe gate in front of the railroad crossing went up after the train had passed.”
verb
  1. To keep something inside by means of a closed gate.
  2. To punish, especially a child or teenager, by not allowing them to go out.
Synonyms logic gate doorway entrance passage ground

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