Definition of crash barrier
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: a strong metal bar along the side of a road that prevents vehicles from driving off the road : guardrail
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crash
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: to break violently and noisily : smash
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: to damage (an airplane) in landing
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: to cause to make a loud noise
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: a loud sound (as of things smashing)
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: a breaking to pieces by or as if by collision
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: an instance of crashing
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: marked by a concerted effort and effected in the shortest possible time especially to meet emergency conditions
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: a coarse fabric used for draperies, toweling, and clothing and for strengthening joints of cased-in books
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barrier
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: something material that blocks or is intended to block passage
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: a natural formation or structure that prevents or hinders movement or action
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: a medieval war game in which combatants fight on foot with a fence or railing between them
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