gatepost
Fence opening support
A gatepost is one of the two upright posts between which a gate is hung.
One post holds the hinges; the other receives the latch.
The phrase between you, me, and the gatepost means in strict confidence—as if only an inanimate object overhears.
Movable connecting joint
- latchDoor-securing catch
- boltThreaded rod for nuts
- lockMechanism requiring a key
- chainLinked segments forming length
bracket · cap · finial · ironmongery · mounting · fastener · hook · clasp
Upright architectural support
- columnVertical structural element
- uprightVertical or morally sound
- stanchionVertical support post
- newelRailing's supporting post
shaft · pier · bollard · picket · stake · pale · jamb · doorpost
Boundary structure between properties
- perimeterShape's outer edge length
- borderOuter edge or limit
- edgeBoundary or sharpness
- enclosureConfined, bordered space
partition · barrier · hedge · hedgerow · property line · demarcation · threshold · entrance
Notable point of reference
- reference pointStandard for comparison
- fixtureAttached building component
- standstillTotal cessation of movement
- immovableIncapable of being shifted
hinge
Movable connecting joint
chain · bracket · cap · finial · ironmongery · mounting · fastener · hook · clasp · swing arm
pillar
Upright architectural support
newel · shaft · pier · bollard · picket · stake · pale · jamb · doorpost · timber
fence
Boundary structure between properties
enclosure · partition · barrier · hedge · hedgerow · property line · demarcation · threshold · entrance · entry point
landmark
Notable point of reference
- reference pointStandard for comparison
- fixtureAttached building component
- standstillTotal cessation of movement