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turnstile vs gate

gate vs turnstile

turnstile and gate both are nouns.

turnstile is not a verb while gate is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
turnstile Yes No No No
gate Yes No Yes No
As nouns, gate is a hypernym of turnstile; that is, gate is a word with a broader meaning than turnstile:
  • 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: a movable barrier in a fence or wall
turnstile (noun) gate (noun)
a gate consisting of a post that acts as a pivot for rotating arms; set in a passageway for controlling the persons entering 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
passageway (as in an air terminal) where passengers can embark or disembark
total admission receipts at a sports event
turnstile (verb) gate (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 turnstile and gate

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