1. a person whose job is to guard or control access through a gate

Examples

• The gateman checked our identification before allowing us into the compound.
• Every morning, the gateman unlocked the entrance to the factory.
• The apartment complex hired a new gateman to work the night shift.
• Visitors must register with the gateman before entering the building.
• The gateman raised the barrier after verifying our parking pass.
• During the strike, the gateman refused to let any trucks through.