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gate vs movable barrier

movable barrier vs gate

gate and movable barrier both are nouns.

gate is a verb but movable barrier is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gate Yes No Yes No
movable barrier Yes No No No
As nouns, movable barrier is a hypernym of gate; that is, movable barrier is a word with a broader meaning than gate:
  • gate: a movable barrier in a fence or wall
  • movable barrier: a barrier that can be moved to allow passage
gate (noun) movable barrier (noun)
a movable barrier in a fence or wall a barrier that can be moved to allow passage
a computer circuit with several inputs but only one output that can be activated by particular combinations of inputs
passageway (as in an air terminal) where passengers can embark or disembark
total admission receipts at a sports event
gate (verb) movable barrier (verb)
restrict (school boys') movement to the dormitory or campus as a means of punishment
control with a valve or other device that functions like a gate
supply with a gate
Difference between gate and movable barrier

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