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gates

Pronunciation: [ɡeɪts]

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Learn how to use gates in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “objects to enter or leave”

(noun) gates are large doors or openings that you go through to enter or leave a place like a garden, park, or building. They can be made of wood, metal, or other materials.

Example

The garden gates are beautifully painted and swing open easily.

Example

The gates were locked, so we couldn't enter the park.

Example

Can you open the gates so we can go inside?

Context: “transportation”

(noun) gates can also refer to areas in an airport or train station where passengers wait to board their flight or train. It's where you go to get on your trip.

Example

Our flight departs from gate 15, so we should head there now.

Example

The announcement said that gate 9 is closed, and we have to walk to a different one.

Example

Which gate do we need to go to for our flight?

Context: “control access”

(verb) to gate means to control or limit who can enter or leave a place. It's like deciding who can go through the gate or not.

Example

The security team will gate the entrance to keep everyone safe.

Example

They didn’t gate the area properly, and many people rushed in without permission.

Example

Who is responsible for gating the event?

How to pronounce gates

Pronunciation: [ɡeɪts]

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