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barbed

adjective \ˈbärbd\

: having a sharp point that sticks out and backward from a larger point : having a barb

: expressing criticism in an unkind and often clever way

Full Definition of BARBED

1
:  having barbs
2
:  characterized by pointed and biting criticism or sarcasm <barbed witticisms>
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First Known Use of BARBED

1611

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Synonyms
acerb, acerbic, acid, acidic, acidulous, acrid, sarcastic, biting, caustic, corrosive, cutting, mordant, pungent, sardonic, satiric (or satirical), scalding, scathing, sharp, smart-aleck, smart-alecky, smart-mouthed, snarky, tart

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  1. barbed
  2. barb
  3. barbed wire
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