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gate

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of 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 of gate

door, hatch, portal
Words Related to gate

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 of gate

door, doorway, entrance, gateway, way
Words Related to gate

hatch, hatchway
3 a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid
  • An attendant opens the gate in the lock so the ships can get through the canal.
Synonyms of gate

cock, faucet, spigot, stopcock, tap, valve
Words Related to gate

hydrant, spout

petcock

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