barb
intermediateB2/bɑːrb/ · barb
A sharp or pointed projection, often on a fish hook or arrow.
Meanings
A sharp or pointed projection, often on a fish hook or arrow.
ایک تیز یا نوکیلی بڑھوتری، اکثر مچھلی کے ہک یا تیر پر پائی جاتی ہے۔
کانٹا
kaanta
Common Collocations
- fish barb
- barb wire
- barbed arrow
Example Sentences
The barb of the arrow ensured it would stick into the target.
تیری کی کانٹا نے اس بات کو یقینی بنایا کہ یہ ہدف میں پھنس جائے گا۔
Teer ki kaanta ne is baat ko yaqini banaya ke yeh hadaf mein phans jaye ga.
The fisherman had to remove the barb from the hook to avoid hurting the fish.
ماہی گیر کو مچھلی کو نقصان پہنچانے سے بچنے کے لئے ہک سے کانٹا نکالنا پڑا۔
Mahi geer ko machhli ko nuqsan pohanchane se bachne ke liye hook se kaanta nikaalna pada.
Barb wire is used to secure the perimeter of properties.
کانٹا دار تار جائیداد کی حد کو محفوظ رکھنے کے لیے استعمال کی جاتی ہے۔
Kanta daar taar jaidaad ki had ko mehfooz rakhne ke liye istemal ki jati hai.
Easily Confused With
Word Family
See Also
💡 Memory Tip
Think of a 'barb' like the prickly projection on a fish hook.
Imagine a fish hook with sharp points sticking out.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "barba" — beard or bristle
First known use: 15th century
The term 'barb' has its origins in the Latin word 'barba', referring to 'beard' or 'bristle'. Its current meanings have evolved to include various forms of pointed projections.