1. a concentrated attack of gunfire, bombs, or other projectiles
Usage: military
2. an overwhelming number of questions, criticisms, or complaints directed at someone
3. an artificial barrier built across a river to control water flow
Usage: engineering

1. to attack with concentrated gunfire or bombs
Usage: military
2. to overwhelm someone with a large number of things at once

Examples

• The enemy launched a fierce barrage against our position.
• She faced a barrage of questions from reporters.
• The barrage helped control flooding in the valley.
• Artillery units barraged the target for hours.
• Angry customers barraged the company with complaints.
• The constant barrage of emails made it hard to focus.
• They built a barrage to generate hydroelectric power.