barrack
0 antonyms and opposites of barrack, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A large, plain building used to house soldiers or other groups of people.
Etymology
Borrowed from French baraque, itself from Spanish or Catalan barraca, of uncertain earlier origin.
Full origin of barrack →Frequently asked questions
What does “barrack” mean?
The word “barrack” means a large, plain building used to house soldiers or other groups of people. In plain terms, a basic building for housing people (often soldiers), or, in British/Australian English, to cheer loudly for a team.
How do you pronounce “barrack”?
“Barrack” is pronounced BAR-uhk (/ˈbæɹ.ək/ in IPA).
How do you use “barrack” in a sentence?
Here is “barrack” used in a sentence: “The new recruits were assigned bunks in the barrack nearest the parade ground.”
What part of speech is “barrack”?
Depending on how it is used, “barrack” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “barrack” come from?
The word “barrack” comes from French. Borrowed from French baraque, itself from Spanish or Catalan barraca, of uncertain earlier origin.
How many meanings does “barrack” have?
“Barrack” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large, plain building used to house soldiers or other groups of people.