gateway
/ˈɡætwɪ/ or /ˈɡætweɪ/Definitions
1. noun
A structure, typically of monumental architecture, that forms the entrance to a city, town, or other place
“The ancient gateway to the city served as a symbol of its power and grandeur.”
2. noun
A point of entry, especially to a computer system or a network
“The IT department worked on securing the gateway to the company’s database.”
3. noun
A transition point or a stage in a process
“The new software update marked a gateway to improved performance and efficiency.”
4. verb
To serve as a gateway or entrance
“The new hotel will gateway to the city’s business district.”
5. verb
To connect or link, especially to a computer system or network
“The new router will gateway the company’s network to the internet.”
6. verb
To provide a transition or passage to something
“The new policy will gateway employees to further training and development opportunities.”