barred Definition
- 1prevented from doing something or going somewhere, especially because of an official rule or regulation
- 2having bars or stripes across it
Using barred: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "barred" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The company has been barred from trading in the stock market.
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The door was barred from the inside.
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The judge barred the use of certain evidence in the trial.
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The window was barred to prevent burglars from entering the house.
barred Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for barred
- forbidden
- restricted
- excluded
- prohibited
- banned
Antonyms for barred
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Summary: barred in Brief
The term 'barred' [bɑːd] refers to being prevented from doing something or going somewhere due to an official rule or regulation. It can also mean having bars or stripes across it. Examples include 'The company has been barred from trading in the stock market' and 'The door was barred from the inside.' Synonyms include 'prohibited,' 'forbidden,' and 'restricted.'
