Meaning & Definition of word "Barricade"

Barricade

/ˈbærɪkeɪd/

1. A barrier or obstacle to obstruct the passage or progress of something.
- Example: The protesters built a barricade to block the street in front of the government building.
2. An improvised barrier erected across a thoroughfare to prevent or delay the movement of the enemy.
- Example: During the conflict, soldiers set up barricades to protect their position.
3. A defensive structure in a battle or war.
- Example: The hero stood behind the barricade, ready to defend the town from invaders.

1. To obstruct or defend with a barricade.
- Example: The police barricaded the area to ensure public safety during the event.
2. To block or restrict movement by erecting a barricade.
- Example: The construction crew barricaded the entrance to the site for safety reasons.

From French 'barrique' meaning 'barrel', based on the use of barrels to obstruct roads.

barricade runner:

Someone who attempts to breach a barricade.

to barricade oneself in:

To shut oneself off from outside influences.

barricade the entrance:

To block the entryway with a barricade.

barrier:

An obstacle that prevents movement or access.

fortification:

A defensive structure built to protect a place.

blockade:

An act of sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving.

Meaning: To set up a blockade against troubles.

Example Sentence: Let's barricade ourselves from distractions and focus.

Meaning: To create a barrier in an informal context.

Example Sentence: I need to barricade my room from noisy roommates.