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IELTS word

barrier

/ˈbΓ¦riΙ™r/noun

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English definition

something that prevents movement or progress

Common phrases / collocations

  1. remove a barrier
  2. trade barrier
  3. barrier to entry

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The fallen tree formed a barrier across the road.

  2. 2.

    Cost is a major barrier to education.

  3. 3.

    The agreement removed several trade barriers.

Visual learning

See the meaning

A fallen tree lies across a road and blocks a delivery van.
something that prevents movement or progress
1road ahead
2route blocked
tree across road→van cannot pass