word
Barrage
Bur-AHZH
/bɜːrˈɑːʒ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
barrage
Dictionary meaning
The heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target.
Examples
- They laid down a barrage in front of the advancing troops.
- I was asked a barrage of questions.
Synonyms: barrage fire, shelling, bombardment, battery
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