gated community
/ˈgeɪtɪd kəˈmjuːnəti/ · gat·ed com·mu·ni·ty
noun
- A residential area enclosed by walls or fences and having controlled access. The gated community was designed to provide a safe and secure living environment for its residents.
- A neighborhood or development that is restricted to certain types of residents or has exclusive amenities. The gated community had a private golf course and a country club for its residents.
Synonyms
exclusive communityprivate communityrestricted neighborhoodsecured communitywalled communityenclosed community
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of gated communities has been around for centuries, with ancient civilizations such as the Romans and Greeks building walls to enclose their cities and protect their citizens.