Definitions
of bar
1. [n] - (meteorology) a unit of pressure equal to a million dynes per square centimeter 2. [n] - a submerged (or partly submerged) ridge in a river or along a shore 3. [n] - (British) a heating element in an electric fire 4. [n] - (law) a railing that encloses the part of the courtroom where the judges and lawyers sit and the case is tried 5. [n] - a counter where you can obtain food or drink 6. [n] - an obstruction (usually metal) placed at the top of a goal 7. [n] - a rigid piece of metal or wood 8. [v] - secure with, or as if with, bars 9. [v] - prevent from entering
Quotes
- Example use of the word bar1. usually used as a fastening or obstruction of weapon 2. there were bars in the windows to prevent escape 3. it was an excellent kick but the ball hit the bar 4. he bought a hot dog and a coke at the bar 5. spectators were not allowed past the bar 6. an electric fire with three bars 7. the boat ran aground on a submerged bar in the river 8. unfortunately some writers have used bar for one dyne per square centimeter 9. keep out 10. He was barred from membership in the club 11. He barred the door
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