Barbwire Definition & Meaning

barbwire
noun
  1. strong wire with barbs at regular intervals used to prevent passage

"Barbwire" in song lyrics

See how barbwire is used in real songs:

  • "Tip-toe on 'Barbwire'"
    Black Knights f/ Sandman — Kill or Be Killed *
  • "You won't tire, and not even barbwire"
    Master Ace — Together
  • "The stakes is high, I gag him with barbwire"
    Rampage — Talk of the Town

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