English · Word Candidate

gateway

/ˈɡeɪtˌweɪ/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: gateways · gatewaying · gatewayed

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A passage that can be closed by use of a gate.

Noun

Examples

The original family who had begun to build a palace to rival Nonesuch had died out before they had put up little more than the gateway, […].

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A place regarded as giving access to somewhere.

Noun

Examples

The staff offer a touch of Norfolk courtesy as they guide passengers onto connecting services. The bustling concourse has a wide selection of information and retail, including a very active city tourism presence. This station now feels like a real gateway to Norwich.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To make available using a gateway, or access point.

Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “gateway” mean?

A passage that can be closed by use of a gate.

Is “gateway” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.