barrack (2 synonym found)

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Definition of barrack:

(n) : a building for soldiers, especially when in garrison. Commonly in the plural, originally meaning temporary huts, but now usually applied to a permanent structure or set of buildings; (local, U.S.) A movable roof sliding on four posts, to cover hay, straw, etc
"he lodged in a miserable hut or barrack, composed of dry branches and thatched with straw. - Gibbon."
(v) : to house military personnel; to quarter; to cheer on a team etc
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Definition of barrack:

(n) : a building for soldiers, especially when in garrison. Commonly in the plural, originally meaning temporary huts, but now usually applied to a permanent structure or set of buildings; (local, U.S.) A movable roof sliding on four posts, to cover hay, straw, etc
"he lodged in a miserable hut or barrack, composed of dry branches and thatched with straw. - Gibbon."
(v) : to house military personnel; to quarter; to cheer on a team etc
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