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gate vs turnstile

turnstile vs gate

gate and turnstile both are nouns.

gate is a verb but turnstile is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gate Yes No Yes No
turnstile Yes No No No
As nouns, turnstile is a hyponym of gate; that is, turnstile is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than gate:
  • gate: a movable barrier in a fence or wall
  • turnstile: a gate consisting of a post that acts as a pivot for rotating arms; set in a passageway for controlling the persons entering
gate (noun) turnstile (noun)
a movable barrier in a fence or wall a gate consisting of a post that acts as a pivot for rotating arms; set in a passageway for controlling the persons entering
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) turnstile (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 turnstile

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