Enter the word for search

gatehouse

/ˈɡeɪthaʊs/

Translations

gatehousenoun

gatehouses

/ˈɡeɪthaʊs/

The old gatehouse at the entrance of the estate is now a museum.

Старая сторожка на входе в поместье теперь является музеем.

The soldiers were stationed in the gatehouse to guard the entrance.

Солдаты были размещены в караулке для охраны входа.

Additional translations

въездная башня

Synonyms

gatekeeper's house

porter's lodge

entrance lodge

gatehouseadjective

/ˈɡeɪthaʊs/

Attributive use, as in “gatehouse security” or “gatehouse roof”.

gatehousenoun

A building or structure at the entrance to a castle, estate, or other large property, often serving as a guardhouse or lodge.

The old gatehouse at the entrance of the estate was converted into a charming guest cottage.

A small building in which a gatekeeper controls access, especially at a railway level crossing or the entrance to an industrial site.

The signalman left the gatehouse only after the last train had passed.

gatehouseadjective

Relating to, situated at, or characteristic of a gatehouse.

Routine maintenance was carried out on the gatehouse alarm system.