crush barrier
(UK) A fence or barrier that divides the space occupied by a large crowd in order to prevent people from being crushed.
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(UK) A fence or barrier that divides the space occupied by a large crowd in order to prevent people from being crushed.
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- crash barrier72%
(chiefly, British) A strengthened barrier installed on the sides of a (usually major) road to keep vehicles on the carriageway and reduce the risk and/or impact of crashes.
- crush71%
A violent crowding.
- crush69%
Violent pressure, as of a moving crowd.
- crush68%
A violent collision or compression; a crash; destruction; ruin.
- cattle crush66%
(UK, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand) An enclosure for livestock to keep them from moving while being examined, marked, or given veterinary treatment.