barred

[ bahrd ]

adjective

1. provided with one or more bars: bar:

   a barred prison window.

2. striped; streaked:

   barred fabrics.

3. Ornithology. (of feathers) marked with transverse bands of distinctive color.

Word History and Origins

Origin of barred¹

Middle English word dating back to 1300–50; bar ¹, -ed ³

Example Sentences

Though she shows promise in the field of sorcery from a young age, the color of Elphaba’s skin ensures that she stays a pariah barred from studying her powers.

From Salon

He also faces a suspended sentence of 180 days in jail if he violates the terms of the deal and is barred from owning a firearm for the rest of his life.

From Los Angeles Times

Maipi-Clarke was reprimanded and barred from the chamber for 24 hours, the New Zealand Herald reported.

From Salon

They were then subsequently barred from competing in the Championship last season but have applied to re-enter the second tier for 2025-26.

From BBC

Biden is barred from providing Trump with necessary clearances to sit in on certain briefings until Trump has fulfilled these requirements.

From Salon

Related Words

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