barring /ˈbɑːɹɪŋ(ɡ)/noun 5preposition 1forms 1 noun5 •The act of fitting or closing something with bars. •Bars; an arrangement or pattern of stripes or bars. •The sewing of a decorative bar or tack upon a fabric or leather. •The exclusion of someone; blackballing. •Timber used for supporting the roof or sides of shafts. preposition1 •Unless (something) happens; excepting; in the absence of.Barring any further red tape, we will finally be able to open the restaurant.Barring any sudden storms, the plane should arrive on time. formsbarrings