gate post

Entrance frame upright

A gate post is one of the vertical supports on either side of a gate, anchoring the hinges on one side and often the latch on the other.

The phrase between you, me, and the gate post means something shared in confidence—implying no one else is around to hear.

Related
  • gatepostUpright supporting a barrier's door
  • fenceBoundary structure between properties
  • fence lineEdge marked by posts
  • hingeMovable connecting joint
  • latchDoor-securing catch

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gate components

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Hinged barrier in fence

wicket · turnstile · crossbar

fixedness/mobility

gate postswinging door

Door pivoting both directions

revolving door · sliding gate

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G