I know, I'm saying it doesn't mean that historically. It's a fairly recent redefinition that you're describing. https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/eng

I know, I'm saying it doesn't mean that historically. It's a fairly recent redefinition that you're describing. https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/gatekeeper https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/gatekeep... > someone who has the power to decide who gets particular resources and opportunities, and who does not: > The professors act as gatekeepers who determine which students are admitted into the competetive engineering program.