(bar′ək) noun
1. Usually plural A structure or group of structures for the lodgment of soldiers.
2. Usually plural A temporary or rough shelter for a gang of laborers, etc.
3. A light adjustable roof for sheltering hay, etc.
—v.t. v.i. To house in barracks. [ltF baraque <Ital. baracca soldiers' tent]

(bar′ək) v.t. v.i. Austral.
To shout for or against (a group, team, etc.): often with for or against. [<dial. E]