The act of taking up multiple seats by a single person at an airport gate. Usually a passive-aggressive assortment of bags, food, or body parts. Eye-contact is rarely made.
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Get the Gateless mug.The act of running interference of potential suitors (usually in a nightclub or trendy bar) for a woman who is not your significant other.
Friend: Hey were you able to talk to Chelsea on Friday?
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Get the Gatekeeping mug.(Tactical/Combat): The act of containing a target by cutting off their space or escape routes. The opposite of stalking (which is following from behind); gating is shutting down the perimeter from the front or sides. In boxing, this is used when a fighter denies their opponent space, forcing them into the ropes.
(Security/Law Enforcement): An indirect command used to indicate that a specific position is physically blocked by authority. To say "This position is gated" means "I am the structure/barrier, and you cannot pass without identification.
(Security/Law Enforcement): An indirect command used to indicate that a specific position is physically blocked by authority. To say "This position is gated" means "I am the structure/barrier, and you cannot pass without identification.
Boxing Coach: "Don't just chase him, keep him gated in the corner!"
Security Officer: "Stand back, sir. This position is gated.
Security Officer: "Stand back, sir. This position is gated.
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