Bar
/bΙΛr/noun
A long rod or rigid piece of material.
Did you know?In ancient times, bars were not just for drinking; they served as physical barriers to separate the sacred from the profane, representing boundaries in both physical and spiritual realms.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bher-
βto carry or to bring, suggesting a physical obstruction.β
Old English
Old English
bera
βa rod or staff used as a boundary marker.β
Middle English
Middle English
barre
βa solid piece of metal or wood, often used in construction or as a barrier.β
14th Century
Old French
barre
βa barrier or obstruction, often in reference to gates or doors.β
Modern English
English
bar
βa counter where drinks are served or a physical obstruction.β