barn
Plural
barns
1
a building on a farm in which people keep their animals, straw, hay, or grains
A barn is a large building typically found on farms, used for storing crops, tools, and housing animals like cows, horses, or sheep. It is usually made of wood or metal and is often situated near other farm structures, such as silos or stables. Barns can vary in size and design, but they typically have wide doors for easy access and ventilation to keep the inside dry and comfortable. In addition to being used for livestock and storage, barns may also serve as spaces for working on farm equipment or as gathering places for special events.
2
a building that provides parking space for buses, trucks, etc.
3
(physics) a unit of nuclear cross section; the effective circular area that one particle presents to another as a target for an encounter
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