What does BARNS mean?

Word: barns 1. Parts of Speech

Noun (plural)

2. Definitions

1. A large farm building used for storing grain, hay, or straw or for housing livestock.
2. A large shed used for storing vehicles or equipment.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /bɑrnz/
• UK: /bɑːnz/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "barns" originated from Old English "bern" which means "a place to store grain". Barns are commonly found in rural areas and are used for storing agricultural products such as grain, hay, and straw. They are also used for housing livestock such as cows, horses, and pigs. In modern times, barns are sometimes converted into living spaces or used as event venues.

5. Synonyms

• Sheds
• Warehouses
• Stables
• Outbuildings

6. Related Words

• Farms
• Fields
• Crops
• Grain
• Haylo

7. Example Sentences

1. The farmer stored his wheat in the barns on his property.
2. The construction company rented several barns to store their equipment.
3. The horse was kept in a barn during the winter months.