barrier
US /ˈber.i.ɚ/
UK /ˈber.i.ɚ/
1.
a fence or other obstacle that prevents movement or access
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The police set up a barrier to control the crowd.
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A natural barrier of mountains separated the two countries.
2.
a circumstance or obstacle that prevents progress or access
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Language can be a significant barrier to communication.
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They faced many financial barriers to starting their business.