forebar
/ˈfɒrbɑr/Definitions
1. noun
A bar or beam placed in front of something, especially a gate or door, to prevent it from being moved or opened.
“The forebar was installed to keep the kids from entering the construction zone.”
2. verb
To place or put a bar or beam in front of something, especially a gate or door.
“Forebar the gate to keep the animals from escaping.”