Definitions

1. noun

a long, thick, solid piece of wood or metal, typically with a rectangular cross-section, used as a support or barrier

“The bar in the gym is where you lift the weights.”

2. verb

to obstruct or block something, typically in order to prevent it from passing

“The police bar the street to traffic during the parade.”

3. noun

a place where drinks and food are served, typically with a counter or bar where customers stand or sit

“We went to the bar to grab a quick dinner.”

4. noun

a device or tool, especially one that is used to measure or indicate something, such as a barometer or a speedometer

“The plane’s altimeter is a critical safety feature.”

5. noun

a musical instrument with a flat, usually rectangular, soundbox and a fretted neck, played by plucking or strumming the strings

“He played the electric bar at the concert.”

6. noun

a level or standard against which something can be measured or judged

“She exceeded the bar set by her previous performance.”

7. verb

to restrict or limit the amount or extent of something, typically in order to prevent an undesirable outcome

“The company barred the use of toxic chemicals in their manufacturing process.”