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Definition
Barracks; the building or quarters where soldiers live in a military camp.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the sleeping quarters or living structures within a military camp. While it describes the building itself, it is often used interchangeably with the broader military compound in casual speech.
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Their whole team has to move into the barracks to live.
Was this barrack used by the British garrison in Hong Kong before?
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Grammar guides
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