Meaning & Definition of word "Barred"
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Barred
/bärd/
verb:
- 1. To prevent someone from doing something or to block passage.
- Example: The judge barred the evidence from being presented in court.
- 2. To put bars across something; to obstruct.
- Example: After the robbery, they barred the windows to enhance security.
adjective:
- 1. Prevented from entering or crossing; obstructed.
- Example: The gates were barred, keeping unauthorized personnel out of the facility.
- 2. Having a pattern of bars or stripes.
- Example: The shirt was boldly barred in contrasting colors.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'bar', which comes from the Middle English 'barre', meaning an obstruction or barrier.
Common Phrases and Expressions
barred from entry:
Not allowed to enter a place.
barred from participating:
Not allowed to take part in an activity.
Related Words
bar:
A rod or a barrier.
barring:
Excluding or preventing.
Slang Meanings of barred
Meaning: To be denied access or permission.
Example Sentence: He got barred from the club for not following the dress code.
Meaning: To block someone's advances or proposals.
Example Sentence: She barred his attempts to ask her out.