adj

gated

GAY-tihd

Gated (adj) means Fitted with a gate, or having restricted, controlled access. Example: “They live in a gated community with a security guard at the entrance.”

adj

Fitted with a gate, or having restricted, controlled access.

"They live in a gated community with a security guard at the entrance."

How to use gated

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving a gate, or (of a neighborhood) with controlled entry.

Common pairings

gated community gated entrance

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gated” mean?

The word “gated” means fitted with a gate, or having restricted, controlled access. In plain terms, having a gate, or (of a neighborhood) with controlled entry.

How do you pronounce “gated”?

“Gated” is pronounced GAY-tihd (/ˈɡeɪtɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “gated” in a sentence?

Here is “gated” used in a sentence: “They live in a gated community with a security guard at the entrance.”

What part of speech is “gated”?

“Gated” is an adjective.