barrier
/ˈbɛriər/
noun
- A physical object that blocks movement or access.
- A concrete barrier separates the highway from the sidewalk.
- The horse easily jumped over the wooden barrier in the field.
- The security guard placed a barrier across the entrance to the event.
- Something that prevents progress or communication; an obstacle.
- Language can be a barrier when traveling to a foreign country.
- They worked hard to break down the barrier of mistrust between the two groups.
- Lack of money is a major barrier to getting a good education.