Definition of Barrage
Barrage
Bar·rage
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A heavy and intense attack or bombardment with artillery, bombs, or words.
e.g. The enemy launched a barrage of missiles at the city's defenses.
(noun)
a concentrated bombardment or line of artillery fire over a large area, often close to friendly/ally troops in order to shield them;
e.g. The troops laid down a barrage of fire to protect their soldiers.
(noun)
an artificial barrier such as a dam that is placed over a river in order to generate power, aid navigation, make the channel deeper, or prevent flooding;
e.g. The town installed a barrage over the river to prevent it from flooding when it rained.
(verb)
to present someone with a rapid and overwhelming stream of criticisms, questions, or complaints;
e.g. I didn't want to barrage him with questions.
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