barricades

Definitions

An improvised barrier erected across a street or passage to prevent or delay the movement of opposing forces.

Physical obstacles or barriers used to block access or protect a position.

To block or defend an opening or passage with a barrier.

Examples

The protesters erected makeshift barricades to block the main entrance of the building.

Police officers worked quickly to remove the barricades that were obstructing the flow of traffic.

Synonyms

barriers blockades obstructions fortifications ramparts obstacles defenses

Antonyms

openings passageways gateways clearances accesses pathways entries