Barrier Breaker

To leave something in the dark without everyone knowing, then suddenly announcing and startling everyone.

Samantha was being a Barrier Breaker by hiding her friends present until last.

by Theobes September 21, 2021

Photonic Barrier

A term commonly used in the context of Mil/LEO/Night Vision. Refers to when a light source obscures a person's view due to overexposure, oversaturation, or shadowing.

Also referred to as: "Blooming", "Whiting out", "Glaring out".

Photonic Barriers are not commonly discussed when CQB is brought up. Even though the term is usually associated with Night Vision Use, there are still plenty of scenarios where a Photonic Barrier may affect you without the use of NVG's. knowing what they are and how to work around them may save your life.

by mr_klikbait March 18, 2024

Barrier Skill

Whilst bowling
The skill involved with bouncing the ball off of the barrier in order to hit down all of the pins.
Without the barrier, however you're bowling would be useless

Guy 1: I'm really good at strait stikes
Guy 2: Man, you're lucky, I can only stike using barrier skill

by Russle October 29, 2006

Bussy Barrier

a play on cockblock for lesbians

Damn, you’re being a bussy barrier right now

by jerryberry69 July 29, 2021

Baller Barrier

When a seatbelt blocks your baller fit

“Why would I wear that Baller Barrier when I have this baller fit on?”

by 1hefron7bottoms9 December 22, 2023

Slanguage Barrier

When a non-native speaker fails to grip the slang implications of something that would otherwise seem reasonable to say/wear on clothing. You know it when you see it.

"That kid's shirt says Dream Hum on the back…"
"slanguage barrier"

by DJPajamas November 03, 2013

Slanguage barrier

Confusing out-of-towners or visitors when using slang from your local region.

Moving to a new city and making friends can be difficult if there's a slanguage barrier.

by hannsomejonny September 09, 2016