barrage
//bəˈrɑːʒ//
Noun
barrageSingular
barragesPlural
1
A concentrated artillery bombardment over a wide area.
The artillery launched a barrage against the enemy positions.
2
An overwhelming quantity or outpouring of something, especially questions, criticisms, or complaints.
The politician faced a barrage of questions from reporters.
3
An artificial barrier across a river or estuary to prevent flooding or aid irrigation.
The barrage was built to control the water level and prevent flooding in the valley.
Synonym
Verb
barrageInfinitive
barragesPresent tense
barragedPast tense
barragedPast participle
barragingPresent participle
barragesThird-person singular
1
To bombard someone with questions, criticisms, or complaints.
The reporters barraged the politician with questions about the scandal.