Definition

Blocked or protected by a barrier, often to prevent entry or to defend a position.

Example

The entrance was barricadoed to keep intruders out.

Conversation

Have you seen the park lately?

No, what happened?

It's all barricadoed for some construction work.

That sounds frustrating! I hope they finish soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Barricadoed is derived from "barricade" (from French *barriquer*, meaning to block or fortify) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action). The term "barricadoed" refers to something that has been blocked or fortified with a barricade.

Memory Tip

Think of a barricade as something that 'blocks' or 'fortifies' an area, and when something is 'barricadoed', it means it has been made secure or blocked off.

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