starting gate
noun
Definition of starting gate
1 : a mechanically operated barrier used as a starting device for a race
2 : a barrier that when knocked aside by a competitor (such as a skier) starts an electronic timing device
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First Known Use of starting gate
1893
STARTING GATE Defined for English Language Learners
starting gate
noun
Definition of starting gate for English Language Learners
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: a gate or set of gates that opens at the start of a horse or dog race to let the animals begin racing
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