gatekeeper

• Substantiv, das eine Person bezeichnet, die den Zugang zu etwas kontrolliert oder einen Eingang bewacht. Es kann sowohl wörtlich einen Pförtner oder Türsteher als auch übertragen eine Person meinen, die darüber entscheidet, wer Zugang zu Informationen, Ressourcen oder Gruppen erhält.

A noun referring to a person who controls access to something or who guards an entrance.

1. Person controlling accessB2formal

   An individual who decides who is allowed to have access to something, such as information, resources, or opportunities.

   Torwächter

   • The editor acts as a gatekeeper for which articles get published.
   • In many industries, managers serve as gatekeepers for career advancement.
   • The committee is the gatekeeper for research funding.

   Synonymebouncercontrollercustodiandoorkeeperguardportersentinelwatchdog

2. Person guarding an entranceB1formal

   A person who monitors and controls entry to a building, event, or area.

   Pförtner

   • The gatekeeper checked everyone's tickets at the stadium entrance.
   • A stern gatekeeper stood at the door of the exclusive club.
   • The gatekeeper refused entry to anyone without a valid pass.

   Synonymedoorkeeperdoormanguardportersentrywatchman