gateman
noun
a gatekeeper.
gatemen
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pluralof gateman.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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There are gatemen in white coats And for us hacks a press box that has no frills or frippery and is rather tired, but offers a fine view and has a kettle.
From The Guardian ● May 23, 2012
His attendants, ushers and gatemen were drilled in courtesy.
From Time Magazine Archive
He had only to drive to a gate in his BMW and the gatemen would salute and open it for him, without asking questions.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
One of the gatemen recognized her and opened the gates.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
But we had a pass from Cairo, exhorting the faithful in the name of the Khedive to give us food and shelter; and after much examination and many loud discussions, the gatemen passed us.
From Miss Cayley's Adventures by Grant Allen
