transcription, транскрипция: [ bɑ:(r)b ]
( barbs)
1.
A barb is a sharp curved point near the end of an arrow or fish-hook which makes it difficult to pull out.
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2.
A barb is an unkind remark meant as a criticism of someone or something.
The barb stung her exactly the way he hoped it would.
= gibe
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