barbed

UK
/bɑːbd/
US
/bɑrbd/
barbedadjective
more barbed
Comp.
most barbed
Super.
UK
/bɑːbd/
US
/bɑrbd/
Translations
The barbed wire fence was difficult to climb over.
Колючий забор было трудно перелезть.
She made a barbed comment about his new haircut.
Она сделала язвительный комментарий о его новой стрижке.
Additional translations
с колючками
Definitions
Having sharp points or edges that can cause injury or discomfort.
The barbed wire fence was installed to prevent intruders from entering the property.
Intended to hurt or criticize in a sharp or cutting manner.
Her barbed comments during the meeting left everyone feeling uncomfortable.
barbnoun
Definitions
A sharp projection near the end of an arrow, fishhook, or similar item, angled away from the main point so as to make extraction difficult.
The fisherman carefully removed the barb from the fish's mouth.
A deliberately hurtful remark.
She couldn't help but feel the sting of his barb during the argument.
A small horse of a hardy breed originally from North Africa.
The Barb is known for its endurance and speed, making it a popular choice for long-distance riding.
One of the parallel filaments projecting from the shaft of a feather, which interlock to form the feather's vane.
Under the microscope, the biologist could see how the barbs of the falcon's feather latched together.
barbverb

barbed

Past Simple

barbed
Past Simple
barbed
Past Participle
barbing
Gerund
UK
/bɑːb/
US
/bɑrb/
Translations
He likes to barb his friends with witty remarks.
Ему нравится колоть своих друзей остроумными замечаниями.
Additional translations
Definitions
To provide with a barb or barbs, as in a fishhook or arrow.
The fisherman decided to barb the hook to ensure the fish wouldn't escape.
To criticize or insult someone in a sharp or cutting manner.
She didn't hesitate to barb her opponent with a sarcastic remark during the debate.