verb
forbar
Forbar (verb) means (archaic) To shut something in or lock it away.
verb
1
(archaic) To shut something in or lock it away.
2
(archaic) To block or keep something away.
3
(archaic) To leave something out, or refuse to allow it.
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Etymology
Came from Middle English forbarren (“to bar, bar up, block”), equivalent to for- + bar; compare Middle High German verbarren (“to forbar”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of forbar?
"forbar" (verb) means (archaic) To shut something in or lock it away.
What are the different meanings of forbar?
"forbar" has 3 main meanings: 1. (archaic) To shut something in or lock it away; 2. (archaic) To block or keep something away; 3. (archaic) To leave something out, or refuse to allow it.
