gate

1 a barrier by which an entry is closed and opened <be sure to latch the gate when you leave so the dog doesn't get out> Synonyms door, hatch, portalRelated Words double door, Dutch door, French door, lattice, portcullis, postern, revolving door, storm door, trapdoor, wicket

2 the opening through which one can enter or leave a structure <passed through the gates of the walled city> Synonyms doorway, entrance, door, gateway, wayRelated Words hatch, hatchway

3 a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid <opens the gate in the lock so the ships can get through the canal> Synonyms cock, faucet, spigot, stopcock, tap, valveRelated Words hydrant, spout; petcock