definition of
bar

[1] #1 bar n. [barroom, saloon, ginmill, taproom] a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter; "he drowned his sorrows in whiskey at the bar". wn

[2] #2 bar v. [debar, exclude] prevent from entering; keep out; "He was barred from membership in the club". wn

[3] #3 bar v. [barricade, block, blockade, stop, block off, block up] render unsuitable for passage; "block the way"; "barricade the streets"; "stop the busy road". wn

[4] #4 bar n. a counter where you can obtain food or drink; "he bought a hot dog and a coke at the bar". wn

[5] #5 bar n. a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction or weapon; "there were bars in the windows to prevent escape". wn