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@@ -33,8 +33,9 @@ A cover entity is a device that controls an opening or cover, such as a garage d
 | `DEVICE_CLASS_BLIND` | Control of blinds, which are linked slats that expand or collapse to cover an opening or may be tilted to partially cover an opening, such as window blinds.
 | `DEVICE_CLASS_CURTAIN` | Control of curtains or drapes, which is often fabric hung above a window or door that can be drawn open.
 | `DEVICE_CLASS_DAMPER` | Control of a mechanical damper that reduces air flow, sound, or light.
-| `DEVICE_CLASS_DOOR` | Control of a door or gate that provides access to an area.
+| `DEVICE_CLASS_DOOR` | Control of a door that provides access to an area which is typically part of a structure.
 | `DEVICE_CLASS_GARAGE` | Control of a garage door that provides access to a garage.
+| `DEVICE_CLASS_GATE` | Control of a gate that provides access to a driveway or other area. Gates are found outside of a structure and are typically part of a fence.
 | `DEVICE_CLASS_SHADE` | Control of shades, which are a continuous plane of material or connected cells that expanded or collapsed over an opening, such as window shades.
 | `DEVICE_CLASS_SHUTTER` | Control of shutters, which are linked slats that swing out/in to cover an opening or may be tilted to partially cover an opening, such as indoor or exterior window shutters.
 | `DEVICE_CLASS_WINDOW` | Control of a physical window that opens and closes or may tilt.