barrage
noun
/bəˈɹɑʒ/
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/ˈbæɹɑːdʒ/
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/ˈbæɹɑːʒ/
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/ˈbæɹɪdʒ/
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- An artificial obstruction, such as a dam, in a river designed to increase its depth or to divert its flow.
- (fencing) A "next hit wins" contest to determine the winner of a bout in case of a tie.
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barrage
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- (military) 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.
- (by extension) An overwhelming outburst of words, especially of criticism.
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spervuur
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