1. continuous attacks of gunfire or bombs
Usage: military
2. a large number of things directed at someone or something at the same time
3. an artificial barrier built across a river to control water flow
Usage: engineering

1. to attack continuously with gunfire or bombs
Usage: military
2. to direct a large number of things at someone continuously

Examples

• The enemy launched artillery barrages throughout the night.
• She faced a barrage of questions from reporters.
• The barrage helps prevent flooding in the valley.
• Critics barrages the politician with accusations.
• He barrages his opponents with rapid-fire arguments.
• The team endured barrages of criticism after the loss.
• Engineers built several barrages along the river system.