Definitions

1. verb

to exclude or bar from participation in an activity, privilege, or place

“The rule will debar anyone who cheats from winning the competition.”

2. verb

to obstruct or block a passage or entrance

“The fallen tree debarred people from crossing the river.”

3. verb

to prevent or exclude someone from a privilege, benefit, or right

“The law debarred non-citizens from voting in the election.”

4. noun

a barrier or obstruction, especially one that prevents access or passage

“The debar at the end of the road prevented us from proceeding further.”