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Barrage

/ˈbæɹɑːʒ/

An artificial obstruction, such as a dam, in a river designed to increase its depth or to divert its flow.

📖 Definitions of "Barrage"

noun
  1. 1

    An artificial obstruction, such as a dam, in a river designed to increase its depth or to divert its flow.

  2. 2

    A heavy curtain of artillery fire directed in front of one's own troops to screen and protect them.

  3. 3

    A concentrated discharge of projectile weapons.

  4. 4

    (by extension) An overwhelming outburst of words, especially of criticism.

verb
  1. 1

    To direct a barrage at.

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