barrier

Meanings

• noun

  A physical or abstract obstacle that prevents or hinders passage, progress, or access.

• noun

  In law, a legal obstacle or impediment.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbæɹi.əɹ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

bar

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with barrier
bare-er , fair-er , repair-er

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Variants

List of all variants of barrier that leads to same result
Barriers , barrier , barriers , barrier island , barrier islands , barrier reef , barrier reefs , blood-brain barrier , blood-brain barriers , Jersey barrier , Jersey barriers , sonic barrier , sonic barriers , sound barrier , sound barriers , vapor barrier , vapor barriers , Great Barrier Reef , crash barrier

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Etymology

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From Old French barriere, 'barrier, obstacle, fortification'.

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Trivia

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1. The Great Wall of China is the most famous barrier in history.

2. In chemistry, a barrier is a potential energy barrier that prevents a reaction from occurring.

3. The term 'barrier' is also used in computing to refer to a security measure that prevents unauthorized access to a system or network.

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Related Concepts

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1. obstacle: An object or circumstance that makes it difficult to proceed or achieve something.

2. impediment: Something that slows down or hinders progress or movement.

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Culture

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In literature, the barrier can symbolize various things such as emotional walls, social boundaries, or physical obstacles. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Othello', the 'green-eyed monster' acts as a psychological barrier between Othello and Desdemona. In art, a barrier can represent a separation between two worlds or realms. In music, a barrier can symbolize a boundary between different genres or styles.

How to Memorize "barrier"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a tall, impenetrable wall or a deep, wide moat as a barrier.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'barrier' with 'obstacle' or 'impediment'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'B-A-R-R-I-E-R' to remember the meaning: 'B'asic 'A'nd 'R'emoves 'R'oad 'I'nteresting 'E'xperiences 'R'esulting 'I'n 'E'motion'.

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