Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

barge-in

verb
/bɑrdʒ ɪn/
Definition
To interrupt or intrude into a conversation or situation uninvited.
Examples
  • She didn’t mean to barge in on their private conversation.
  • It’s rude to barge in when others are already talking.
Meaning
Barge-in describes the act of entering a discussion or situation without permission or a prior invitation, often in a disruptive manner.
Synonyms
  • Interrupt
  • Intrude
  • Encroach
  • Break in