Definition of Barb
Barb
Bar·b
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A sharp, pointed, or hooked feature or projection.
e.g. The fishhook had a barb that made it difficult to remove.
(noun)
a sharp remark that is intended to be deliberately critical or hurtful;
e.g. She aimed another barb at him, this time insulting his selfishness.
(noun)
a cluster of sharp projections or spikes on a wire fence;
e.g. His shirt got caught on a barb of the fence.
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