safetygate

noun
UK /ˈseɪftiɡeɪt/
US /ˈseɪftiɡeɪt/

A safety gate is a small door or fence that keeps babies and pets away from dangerous places.

We put a safety gate at the top of the stairs so the toddler can't fall down.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A gate at a workplace that controls who can enter and keeps people safe.

Workers must pass through the safety gate before entering the factory floor.

3. A checkpoint or barrier at an event that checks people for safety.

Fans lined up at the safety gate before the concert began.

4. A software feature that blocks harmful content or actions to protect users.

The app uses a safety gate to stop kids from seeing bad websites.