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Gatehouse Meaning in English

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ˈɡeɪthaʊs
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ɡˈeɪthaʊs
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التعريف

A small building at the entrance of a large property, estate, or castle, usually for a guard, gatekeeper, or security staff.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Used mainly for traditional estates, castles, prisons, or gated communities. Less common for ordinary houses. Can suggest formality or historical architecture.

جمل نموذجية

The castle has a gatehouse at its entrance.

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The security guard stays in the gatehouse all night.

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Visitors must check in at the gatehouse before entering.

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I waved at the guard in the gatehouse as I drove past.

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The old gatehouse has been turned into a cozy little café.

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There's a map of the grounds hanging inside the gatehouse.

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