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barr

bahr

Barr (name) means a common English and Scottish surname. Example: “The novel was written by an author named Barr.”

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A common English and Scottish surname.

"The novel was written by an author named Barr."

How to use barr

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMainly used today as a surname; the older verb sense (to trumpet like an elephant) is essentially obsolete.

Word forms

barred past tense, barrs singular

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Etymology

From French barrir (“to trumpet; to make the sound of an elephant”), from Old French barrire, from Late Latin barriō, from Latin barrus (“elephant”).

Origin: French

Rhymes for barr

arr parr carr Farr Marr Karr Tarr starr

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Frequently asked questions

What does “barr” mean?

The word “barr” means a common English and Scottish surname. In plain terms, mainly used today as a surname; the older verb sense (to trumpet like an elephant) is essentially obsolete.

How do you pronounce “barr”?

“Barr” is pronounced bahr (/bɑɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “barr” in a sentence?

Here is “barr” used in a sentence: “The novel was written by an author named Barr.”

What part of speech is “barr”?

“Barr” is a name.

Is “barr” a common word?

“Barr” is an uncommon word in modern English.