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Definition barrier in American English

barrier noun

[countable] noun
/ˈberiər/
1

a bar or gate that stops people or vehicles from entering a place

Example

Fans broke through the barriers and rushed onto the field.

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abuttals balustrade barbed wire
1.1

something that separates one thing from another

Example

The river is the last barrier between the rebel army and the city.

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separator marker divider
2

anything that prevents progress or makes it difficult for someone to achieve something

Example

These regulations would place barriers in the way of genetic research.

Example

Disability need not be a barrier to a successful career.

Example

High levels of debt are a major barrier to economic development.

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problem obstacle complication
2.1

something that prevents people from communicating, working together, etc.

Example

Language differences did not appear to be a barrier.

Example

cultural barriers

Example

We're trying to break down barriers between young people from both communities.

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problem obstacle complication
2.2

a number, limit, or level that is considered important because it is difficult to go past

Example

the day the stock market broke the 10,000 barrier

Example

The figure for inflation could go through the 5 percent barrier.

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red line limit constraint
Definition barrier in American English