barrage.
An artificial obstruction, such as a dam, in a river designed to increase its depth or to divert its flow.
Meaning & usage
An artificial obstruction, such as a dam, in a river designed to increase its depth or to divert its flow.
A heavy curtain of artillery fire directed in front of one's own troops to screen and protect them.
A concentrated discharge of projectile weapons.
An overwhelming outburst of words, especially of criticism.
A "next hit wins" contest to determine the winner of a bout in case of a tie.
Type of firework containing a mixture of firework types in one single-ignition package.
Where this word comes from
Unadapted borrowing from French barrage (“barrage, barrier”) c. 1859. Compare barrier.
To direct a barrage at.
Where this word comes from
Unadapted borrowing from French barrage (“barrage, barrier”) c. 1859. Compare barrier.
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