lock-gate

A noun referring to a gate that can be locked, typically used for security or to control access to an area.

• 🇩🇪Ein Tor, das verschlossen werden kann, häufig zur Sicherung oder Zugangskontrolle eines Geländes; im weiteren Sinne auch ein Schleusentor, das den Wasserdurchfluss in einem Kanal oder Hafenbecken reguliert.

1. A gate that can be locked B1 formal

   A gate equipped with a locking mechanism to secure an entrance or passage.

   • The lock-gate at the entrance of the park is closed every night.
   • He installed a new lock-gate to secure the backyard.
   • The lock-gate prevented unauthorized access to the building.

   🇩🇪Verriegelbares Tor