Barbwire

/ˌbɑrbˌˈwaɪər/

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Definitions of barbwire

noun
strong wire with barbs at regular intervals used to prevent passage

synonyms: barbed wire

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types:
concertina
coiled barbed wire used as an obstacle

type of:
wire
ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc

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