barrier :: Lexipedia - Where words have meaning

n. a structure or object that impedes free movement

n. anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access

n. any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective; "intolerance is a barrier to understanding"

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n. a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes

n. a structure consisting of an area that has been enclosed for some purpose

n. a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden); "the wall followed the road"; "he ducked behind the garden wall and waited"

n. any object that acts as a hindrance or obstruction

n. partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space

n. a rule or condition that limits freedom; "legal restraints"; "restraints imposed on imports"

n. the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something

n. a wide and open space or area as of surface or land or sky

n. an undeveloped field of study; a topic inviting research and development; "he worked at the frontier of brain science"

n. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

n. an onerous or difficult concern; "the burden of responsibility"; "that's a load off my mind"

n. a principle that limits the extent of something; "I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements"

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