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the bar

/bɑːr/  ·  say it: bahr

the legal profession, or qualification to practice law

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In more detail

1. (noun) a long piece of solid material, such as metal or wood

2. (noun) a counter where drinks and food are served

3. (noun) a rod or stick used to keep something closed or in place

4. (noun) a unit used to measure pressure

5. (expression) to block or prevent something from happening

Examples

• 1. He lifted the iron bar above his head.
• 2. We met our friends at the bar for drinks.
• 3. She pushed the bar across the window to lock it.

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