A place of confrontation.
A barrier constructed across a road, especially as a military defence
An obstacle, barrier, or bulwark.
to close or block a road etc., using a barricade
to keep someone in (or out), using a blockade, especially ships in a port
An aggressive or very violent contest or confrontation.
A large financial loss or massive layoff brought about by negative economic conditions.
Indiscriminate killing or slaughter; a massacre.
A bath taken in warm blood used as a restorative or medical treatment.
An upset (as of a game with unexpected results, or a national presidential convention) or heavy defeat.