gates

[geyts] / geɪts /

NOUN

movable barrier at entrance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bar door doorway exit fence port

STRONG

access conduit egress gateway issue lock opening passage portal portcullis slammer turnstile way weir

WEAK

revolving door

Example Sentences

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Dodger Stadium deploys facial recognition for guests using the “Go Ahead Entry” at certain gates without producing a physical or digital ticket to enter the stadium.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

However, once outside the castle gates, Bobbin proudly declares in song that he’s switching sides.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

It sparked the continuing, nearly decadelong fight that centers on two gates.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

A metal shutter and two security gates were damaged in the incident, and police said the stores had underestimated the need for security.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Soon the royal carriage emerged from the castle gates behind me to parade through The Kingdom and display the new queen.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff