Definitions

1. verb

to open or provide an entrance or way into something

“The new museum in-gated the public for a soft opening.”

2. verb

to become or cause something to become involved in a particular activity or situation

“She in-gated herself in a heated debate with her colleague.”

3. noun

an entrance or way into something

“The in-gate of the castle was guarded by knights.”

4. noun

a point of entrance or access, especially in a machine or system

“The in-gate of the engine needed to be cleaned.”