Trade Barbs

Pronunciation: /treɪd bɑrbs/

Definitions of trade barbs

noun a sharp exchange of words or criticisms between two or more people

Example Sentences

A1 They had a friendly conversation without any trade barbs.

A2 The siblings often trade barbs with each other but it's all in good fun.

B1 During the debate, the candidates began to trade barbs about each other's policies.

B2 The two rival politicians continued to trade barbs in the media leading up to the election.

C1 The comedians engaged in a heated exchange, trading barbs back and forth on stage.

C2 The two legendary boxers were known for their ability to trade barbs as well as punches in the ring.

Examples of trade barbs in a Sentence

formal During the debate, the two politicians continued to trade barbs about each other's policies.

informal The siblings always trade barbs whenever they get together for family gatherings.

slang The players on the opposing teams love to trade barbs on the field.

figurative The comedians on the show are known for their ability to trade barbs in a friendly and entertaining manner.

Grammatical Forms of trade barbs

• past tense: traded barbs
• plural: trades barbs
• comparative: more trade barbs
• superlative: most trade barbs
• present tense: trade barbs
• future tense: will trade barbs
• perfect tense: have traded barbs
• continuous tense: trading barbs
• singular: trades barbs
• positive degree: trade barbs
• infinitive: to trade barbs
• gerund: trading barbs
• participle: traded barbs

Origin and Evolution of trade barbs

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'trade barbs' originated from the practice of exchanging sharp or critical remarks in a verbal argument or debate.

Evolution of the word: The phrase 'trade barbs' has evolved from its literal meaning of exchanging sharp pointed objects to its current figurative use in verbal confrontations.