barnstorm

English

/ˈbɑː(ɹ)nstɔː(ɹ)m/

verb
Definitions
  • To travel around the countryside making political speeches etc.
  • (US) To appear at fairs and carnivals in exhibitions of stunt flying, sporting events, or theater.
  • (US) To travel from town to town performing in front of small crowds.

Etymology

Compound from English barn + English storm.

Origin

English

storm

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