barrow UK /ˈbæɹəʊ/US /ˈbæɹoʊ/ noun8 •(UK) A small vehicle used to carry a load and pulled or pushed by hand. •A mound of earth and stones raised over a grave or graves.“Will you ask our oldest warriors to build me a barrow?” — 1961 •(UK) A hill. •A castrated boar. •A heap of rubbish, attle, or other such refuse. •A wicker case in which salt is put to drain. •A long sleeveless flannel garment for infants. •(no longer used) A mountain. formsbarrows