bars

bars · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of bar; establishments where alcoholic drinks are served.

  2. 2.

    Long rigid pieces of metal or other material.

  3. 3.

    Rectangular blocks of something.

  4. 4.

    Units in music; measures.

  5. 5.

    (Slang) In rap music, lines or lyrics.

  6. 6.

    Third person singular of bar; excludes or blocks.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    behind bars — In prison.
  • •
    no holds barred — Without restrictions.

Related words

See also: bar, pub, rod
Synonyms: pubs, rods, taverns

Etymology

Plural of bar, from Old French barre.