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barnstorm Definition


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barnstorm
verb, intr
    1. To tour a country, stopping briefly in each town to give theatrical performances.
    (N Amer)
    2. To travel about the country making political speeches just before an election.
Derivative: barnstormer
noun
    Etymology: 19c: the theatrical performances were often formerly given in barns.



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