Here are the results for "barry":
1. Parts of Speech:
- Noun
- Verb
2. Definitions:
- Noun: a male given name derived from the Irish Gaelic name "Barra".
- Verb: to reduce or remove the barbs from a wire or fence.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /ˈbɛri/
- UK: /ˈbæri/
4. Origin and Usage:
- The name "Barry" is of Irish Gaelic origin and means "spear".
- It became popular in the 20th century and was a common name for boys born in the United States and the United Kingdom.
- The verb form of "barry" is not commonly used and is mainly used in the context of removing barbs from wire or fence.
5. Synonyms:
- Noun: None
- Verb: None
6. Related Words:
- Berry
- Carry
- Harry
- Jerry
- Larry
7. Example Sentences:
- Noun: Barry is a common name in Ireland.
- Verb: He spent the afternoon barrying the fence to make it safer for the animals.