barricado
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //bæˈrɪkədoʊ//
KK: /bæˈrɪkədoʊ/
noun
Definition
A structure or barrier used to block or defend an area, often made of materials like wood or metal.
Example
The protesters built a barricado to block the street.
Conversation
Did you see the barricado they set up during the protest yesterday?
Yeah, it was pretty impressive how they organized everything.
I heard it was meant to protect the demonstrators from any counter-protests.
Exactly, it really showed their determination to stand their ground.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
barrier
obstruction
blockade
Antonyms
opening
passage
access
transitive verb
Definition
To block or obstruct a passage or area, often using a barrier or obstacle.
Example
The protesters decided to barricade the street to prevent traffic from passing.
Tense Forms
Past: barricaded
Past Participle: barricaded
Conversation
Did you hear about the protest downtown?
Yeah, I heard they had to barricado the main street to keep things safe.
That's so intense! I wonder how long they'll keep it set up.
Root Explanation
Barricado → It originates from the Spanish word 'barricada', which is derived from 'barrica' (meaning barrel) and the suffix '-ada' (indicating a result or action). The term refers to a barrier made of barrels or similar materials used for defense or obstruction.
Memory Tip
Imagine a barrier made of barrels ('barrica') to help you remember that 'barricado' refers to a defensive structure.
Visually Confused Words
unbarricadoed
unbarricade