barrier
🇬🇧 UK/'bærɪə/🇺🇸 US/'bæriә/
NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFLGREB2
Definitions
n.
A physical structure or obstacle that blocks movement or access; anything that prevents progress.
障碍物,屏障;阻碍
v.
To block or obstruct with a barrier.
用障碍物阻挡
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.trade barrier贸易壁垒
- 2.language barrier语言障碍
Example Sentences
- 1.
The language barrier made communication extremely difficult for the new immigrants.
- 2.
Police erected a barrier to prevent protesters from entering the restricted zone.
- 3.
High tuition fees remain a significant barrier to higher education.