Definition

Having lines or stripes across its surface, often used to describe something that is marked or divided by bars.

Example

The barred windows prevented anyone from escaping the building.

Conversation

Did you see that bird outside? It has such beautiful barred feathers.

Yeah, I noticed that too! It really stands out among the others.

I love how the barred patterns make it look unique.

Exactly! It's fascinating how nature creates such designs.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Barred → It is formed from "bar" (from Old French *barre*, meaning a barrier or obstruction) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating a past action or state). The word "barred" means to be obstructed or prevented from passage, as if blocked by a barrier.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'bar' as something that blocks or obstructs, and the '-ed' indicates that this blocking has already happened. So, when something is barred, it means it has been blocked or prevented from passing.

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