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 ambush.
A delay.
Musicians who sing or play at night or in the early morning, especially at Christmas time; serenaders; musical watchmen.
To remain faithful to one’s partner or betrothed during a prolonged period of absence.
To delay movement or action until some event or time; to remain neglected or in readiness.
To wait tables; to serve customers in a restaurant or other eating establishment.
Tells the other speaker to stop talking, typing etc. for a moment.