Gate Definition & Meaning
gate
- noun
- a movable barrier in a fence or wall
- a computer circuit with several inputs but only one output that can be activated by particular combinations of inputs
- total admission receipts at a sports event
- passageway (as in an air terminal) where passengers can embark or disembark
- verb
- supply with a gate; "The house was gated"
- control with a valve or other device that functions like a gate
- restrict (school boys') movement to the dormitory or campus as a means of punishment
"Gate" in song lyrics
See how gate is used in real songs:
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"You're looking for a way to close the gate"
2 Live Crew — When We Get Them Hoes -
"On the other side of the gate"
2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger -
"We put it down we innovate, can't keep us out we in the gate"
50/50 Twin f/ Chamillionaire, Slim Thug — Real Thuggs
Words that rhyme with gate
Usage tips for "gate"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does gate mean?
- a movable barrier in a fence or wall a computer circuit with several inputs but only one output that can be activated by particular combinations of inputs total admission receipts at a sports event passageway (as in an air terminal) where passengers can embark or disembark supply with a gate; "The house was gated" control with a valve or other device that functions like a gate restrict (school boys') movement to the dormitory or campus as a means of punishment
- What part of speech is gate?
- Gate is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does gate have?
- Gate has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).