Definition of barracks Barracks

/bæˈɹʌks/ - [batruks] - bar•racks

We found 5 definitions of barracks from 4 different sources.

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What does barracks mean?

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OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • barracks
    A group of buildings used by military personnel as housing.

Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book

  • barracks
    Originally mere log-huts, but of late extensive houses built for the accommodation and quartering of troops. Also, the portion of the lower deck where the marines mess. Also, little cabins made by Spanish fishermen on the sea-shore, called barracas, whence our name.

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  • barracks
    Are permanent structures for the accommodation of soldiers, as distinguished from huts and tents, which have usually a square or open place in front, for the purpose of drill and parade.

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