Barriers synonyms
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A fortification consisting of a wall.
Something that obstructs; an obstacle:
The definition of a moat is a ditch often filled with water used to protect a building or other area.
(--- Football) A line of scrimmage.
Shakespeare
(Chiefly Brit.) A portable frame made of interlaced twigs, etc., used as a temporary fence or enclosure
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The definition of a hindrance is an obstacle or something that inhibits or delays some desired action.
The definition of a hedge is a boundary or fence formed by closely planted bushes or trees.
An allowance of a certain amount of time or distance in starting, granted in a race (other contest of skill) to the competitor possessing disadvantages; or an additional weight or other hindrance imposed upon the one possessing advantages, in order to equalize, as much as possible, the chances of success.
(Flow cytometry) A line that separates particle type-clusters on two-dimensional dot plots.
(Chess) A position that, if obtained by the weaker side, will prevent penetration by the opposing side, generally achieving a draw.
A fence is defined as a barrier used for protection or to create a boundary.
Any opening with a door in it; doorway
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(Sports) The means or tactics used in trying to stop the opposition from scoring.
A group of atoms, often of the same element, bound together in a line, branched line, or ring to form a molecule. &diamf3; In a straight chain , each of the constituent atoms is attached to other single atoms, not to groups of atoms. &diamf3; In a branched chain , side groups are attached to the chain. &diamf3; In a closed chain , the atoms are arranged in the shape of a ring.
(Cricket) An edge or line marking an edge of the playing field.
A boundary; limit
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Something that is difficult, as a hard problem or an obstacle or objection
Specifically, in fortification, an obstruction placed in front or on the flank of a fortification, to impede an enemy's approach.
A shutting off of a port or region of a belligerent state by the troops or ships of the enemy in order to prevent passage in or out in time of war
(Military) Soldiers or troops placed on a line forward of a position to warn against an enemy advance. It can also refer to any unit (for example, an aircraft or ship) performing a similar function.
The definition of a rampart is a defensive or protective barrier, especially a protective wall around a castle or city made of stone with a broad top that serves as a walkway.
A person or thing serving as a strong defense or protection
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A person or thing that stops or causes a stoppage
A check is defined as a mark put next to something written down to show it has been verified or completed.
A shortcoming or defect:
Something that restricts; limitation
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Something used in fortifying; esp., a fort or defensive earthwork, wall, etc.
(Nautical) Articles ordinarily indispensable, but in the way at certain times.
An upright structure of wood, stone, brick, etc., serving to enclose, divide, support, or protect
(Surveying) A series of points, with angles and distances measured between, traveled around a subject, usually for use as ""control"" i.e. angular reference system for later surveying work.
(Figuratively) A problem or difficulty with something.
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Something that stands in the way of or holds up progress:
An action which divides a thing into parts, or separates one thing from another.
openings (antonym)
A gap, breach, or aperture:
helps (antonym)
The action of helping; assistance:
aid (antonym)
Help; assistance; succor, relief.
advantages (antonym)
Benefit or profit; gain:
passages (antonym)
A way or means of passing
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things (related)
(--- Informal) The latest fad or fashion:
A long, narrow ditch dug by soldiers for cover and concealment, with the removed earth heaped up in front
A window or door insertion of framed wire or plastic mesh used to keep out insects and permit air flow.
The definition of a restraint is something that restricts freedom or prevents someone from doing something.
The rail of such a structure.
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A horizontal piece of wood that serves to separate sections of a door or window.
Find another word for barriers. In this page you can discover 57 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for barriers, like: parapets, obstructions, moats, line, limits, impediments, hurdles, hindrances, hedges, handicaps and gates.