barbs

[US]/bɑːbz/
[UK]/bɑːrbs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The pointed hooks on arrows, fishhooks, or other objects.; Sharp or critical remarks; insults.; A sharp point or edge, especially one that is intended to pierce or wound.; In botany, a hooked hair or bristle on a plant.

Phrases & Collocations

barbs flying

trade barbs

laced with barbs

sharp barbs

barbs of criticism

throw barbs

barbs aimed at

witty barbs

Example Sentences

the fisherman used a lure with sharp barbs.

her comments were filled with barbs aimed at her rivals.

the artist's sculpture had intricate barbs that caught the light.

he launched a series of barbs during the debate.

the plant's barbs can be quite painful if touched.

she delivered her criticism with sharp barbs.

the barbs on the arrows made them more effective.

his jokes often include clever barbs.

the documentary revealed the barbs of political discourse.

she felt the barbs of his words deeply.

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