A gate open is a term used to describe a gate that has been opened, either manually or automatically. The crossword solutions for this term are LATCH (5 letters), UNBAR (5 letters), and AJAR (4 letters). LATCH is a device used to hold a door or gate in place, usually with a lever or handle. Unbar is the act of removing a bar or other obstruction from a door or gate. AJAR is an adjective used to describe a door or gate that is slightly open.