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Definitions from the WebIron CurtainDefinition:The term "iron curtain" refers to a metaphorical barrier or division that separates communist and non-communist countries, particularly during the Cold War. Senses:Sense 1 [Noun]:A figurative boundary separating countries or regions ideologically, politically, or militarily. Example:After World War II, the iron curtain descended across Eastern Europe as communist states were established under Soviet influence. Sense 2 [Noun]:The ideological and physical separation between Western Europe and the Eastern Bloc during the Cold War. Example:The fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 represented the crumbling of the iron curtain and the end of the Cold War era. Sense 3 [Noun]:A heavy, thick curtain made of iron or other heavy material. Example:The theater used an iron curtain to reveal the stage and create a dramatic effect during the performance. Sense 4 [Noun]:A defensive tactic in basketball where players form a line to block opponents from entering the key area. Example:The team's strong defense created an iron curtain, preventing the opposing players from scoring any easy baskets. Related Products: | ||||
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