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bollard

/bɒlərd/ noun · British & US
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What does bollard mean?

noun

A short vertical post, typically made of wood or metal, used to prevent vehicles from driving into a particular area, or to mark a boundary. A bollard can also refer to a cylindrical container used to store or transport goods.

Example

"The city installed bollards to block off the street during the festival."

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