Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Gates.
How to pronounce gates:
US
Gates - as a noun
United states computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the united states (born in 1955)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bill gateswilliam henry gatesGates - as a verb
To keep something inside by means of a closed gate.
To punish, especially a child or teenager, by not allowing them to go out.
To open a closed ion channel.
To furnish with a gate.
To turn (an image intensifier) on and off selectively as needed, or to avoid damage. see autogating.
Example Sentences
"The gates to the park were locked."
"We walked through the large iron gates."
"The security guard opened the gates for us."
"They installed automatic gates at the entrance."
"Please close the gates behind you."
Word Game Points
Is GATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is GATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is GATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.