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Definition of Barrier
1. Noun. A structure or object that impedes free movement.
Specialized synonyms: Balusters, Balustrade, Banister, Bannister, Handrail, Barricade, Breakwater, Bulwark, Groin, Groyne, Jetty, Mole, Seawall, Bulwark, Crash Barrier, Dam, Dike, Dyke, Fence, Fencing, Fender, Wing, Grate, Grating, Hurdle, Movable Barrier, Rail, Railing, Revetment, Barricade, Roadblock, Starting Gate, Starting Stall
Generic synonyms: Impediment, Impedimenta, Obstructer, Obstruction, Obstructor
Generic synonyms: Impediment, Impedimenta, Obstructer, Obstruction, Obstructor
2. Noun. Any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective. "Intolerance is a barrier to understanding"
Exact synonyms: Roadblock
Generic synonyms: Obstacle, Obstruction
Specialized synonyms: Ideological Barrier, Language Barrier
Generic synonyms: Obstacle, Obstruction
Specialized synonyms: Ideological Barrier, Language Barrier
3. Noun. Anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access.
Definition of Barrier
1. n. A carpentry obstruction, stockade, or other obstacle made in a passage in order to stop an enemy.
Definition of Barrier
1. Noun. A structure that bars passage. ¹
2. Noun. An obstacle or impediment. ¹
3. Noun. A boundary or limit. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Barrier
1. an obstacle [n -S] - See also: obstacle
Medical Definition of Barrier
1. An obstruction. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)