barrack
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/ˈbæ.ɹək/
English
Definitions
noun
- (chiefly in the plural) A building for soldiers, especially within a garrison; originally referred to temporary huts, now usually to a permanent structure or set of buildings.
- (chiefly in the plural) primitive structure resembling a long shed or barn for (usually temporary) housing or other purposes
- (chiefly in the plural) any very plain, monotonous, or ugly large building
- A movable roof sliding on four posts, to cover hay, straw, etc.
verb
- To house military personnel; to quarter.
- To live in barracks.
verb
- To jeer and heckle; to attempt to disconcert by verbal means.
- To cheer for or support a team.
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