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A fence or other obstacle that prevents movement or access
“King Don promised his subjects that he would build a big, beautiful barrier to keep the invaders out.”
A circumstance or obstacle that keeps people or things apart or prevents communication or progress
“Sometimes, even the language barrier cannot keep like minds apart.”
(British) A gate that controls access to a building or facility
“You can only get through the barrier after you scan your valid ticket.”
A barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level
A barrier, typically serving as a protective shield
A defensive wall or structure
A line of people or things, typically placed around an area
(British) A gate that controls access to a building or facility
The process of blocking or obstructing
The outside or furthest limit or extremity of an object, area or surface
The act of protecting
An area cleared of all flammable material to prevent a fire from spreading across it
A tollbooth is a barrier or booth at a gate for collecting payment
An enclosure protected by a wall of wooden posts, typically used as a prison
A situation, typically one involving opposing parties, in which no progress can be made
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