Concrete barriers surround the race track to protect spectators. The tree's roots serve as a barrier against soil erosion. The mountain range forms a natural barrier between the two countries. Both leaders are in favor of removing trade barriers. Cultural barriers have made it hard for women to enter many professions. He argues that regulations should not be viewed as barriers to progress. See More
Recent Examples on the WebOn Wednesday, a resolution in support of a Taft Bridge barrier was adopted by Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners for the Adams Morgan community. Theresa Vargas, Washington Post, 10 Sep. 2022 Police said another passenger traveling with Mistry also died on Sunday, when their car hit a barrier between two lanes. Michelle Toh, CNN, 8 Sep. 2022 Trump’s supporters as creating a physical barrier at the border. Rebecca Davis O’brien, BostonGlobe.com, 7 Sep. 2022 Gaia del Perugia is pressed against a metal barrier with a pen and piece of blank paper in hand. Manori Ravindran, Variety, 2 Sep. 2022 Yet, a major barrier to intervention is the perception adults hold about Black girls. Andrea Joseph-mccatty, The Conversation, 1 Sep. 2022 Courts generally do not grant animals habeas corpus, or the right to a trial — a significant barrier to litigating animal law. Hope Corrigan | The New York Times, The Week, 31 Aug. 2022 Window film insulation kits include transparent shrink film that creates a barrier around drafty windows. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2022 The suspect’s vehicle collided with a Max Bus Stop sign and into a concrete barrier. Carol Robinson | Crobinson@al.com, al, 31 Aug. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Middle English barrere, from Anglo-French, from barre bar