barrage
n//bəˈɹɑʒ//damm, fördämning, spärreld, ström, störtflod
An artificial obstruction, such as a dam, in a river designed to increase its depth or to divert its flow.
(military) A heavy curtain of artillery fire directed in front of one's own troops to screen and protect them.
A concentrated discharge of projectile weapons.
(by extension) An overwhelming outburst of words, especially of criticism.