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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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Frequently asked questions

What does barnstorm mean?
appear at county fairs and carnivals as a stunt flier and parachute jumper tour the country making political speeches, giving lectures, or presenting plays; "The presidential candidates are busy barnstorming this month"
What part of speech is barnstorm?
Barnstorm is a verb.
How many definitions does barnstorm have?
Barnstorm has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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