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Old Dec 18, 2006 | 8:50 am
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Where does the term "gatehouse" come from?
I don't know if I've heard the term anywhere but DL. It is used to refer to (I think) the area surrounding the gate; the podium, the seats and carpet. It seems like an anachronism - maybe there was once a shack out on the tarmac that sheltered the agent(s) from the elements. Anyone know?
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