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Definition of gated

gated

/ˈɡeɪt.ɪd/
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• adjective

1

Enclosed by a fence or wall and having a controlled entrance or gate to restrict access to residents and authorized visitors.

Example

"The family moved into a quiet gated community on the outskirts of the city."

2

Restricted to users who provide contact information, pay a fee, or meet specific criteria before gaining access (especially of digital content or services).

Example

"The research firm published the industry report as gated content to generate new sales leads."

3

Controlled by an electronic gate, switch, or biological membrane channel that regulates the passage of signals, current, or ions.

Example

"Voltage-gated ion channels play a crucial role in transmitting electrical signals across nerve cells."

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• Rhymes for gated

• Nearby Words

gateau
gatecrash
gatecrasher
gated
gatefold
gatehouse
gatekeep

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gated. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gated
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