barb /bɑːb/ (barbs)

• 1.  

  N-COUNT（可数名词） A barb is a sharp curved point near the end of an arrow or a fish hook that makes it difficult to pull out. (箭头或鱼钩上的)倒钩
• 2.  

  N-COUNT（可数名词） A barb is an unkind remark meant as a criticism of someone or something. 讽刺; 伤人的话或事

  例：

  The barb stung her exactly the way he hoped it would.

  他的讽刺如期伤到了她。