Meaning of the word gatehouse in English

What does gatehouse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gatehouse

US /ˈɡeɪt.haʊs/
UK /ˈɡeɪt.haʊs/
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Noun

a house standing by a gate, especially at the entrance to a large house or to the grounds of a factory or other institution

Example:
The old gatehouse stood at the entrance to the estate.
The security guard works from the gatehouse.