Barnstorm Definition & Meaning

barnstorm
verb
  1. appear at county fairs and carnivals as a stunt flier and parachute jumper
  2. tour the country making political speeches, giving lectures, or presenting plays; "The presidential candidates are busy barnstorming this month"

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