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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In front of the hospital gates, a guard in a surgical mask did his best to keep track of all the comings and goings.

From Barron's • 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

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

In 2017, the commission ordered Levy to open the gates or face daily penalties of up to $11,250.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Anya reached the gates Vasilisa had brought her, Ivan, and Håkon through.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack