gates

gates · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural form of gate; multiple hinged barriers or entrances.

  2. 2.

    (figurative) Access points or thresholds to something.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    the pearly gates — the entrance to heaven
  • •
    the gates of hell — extreme danger or torment

Related words

See also: entrance, gate, portal
Synonyms: doors, entrances, portals

Etymology

From Old English geat ("gate, opening, passage"), with regular English plural suffix -s.