The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word SAVE
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The straight part
We know that "bar" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bar = save.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SAVE mean?
SAVE noun- In various sports, a block that prevents an opponent from scoring.
- When a relief pitcher comes into a game leading by 3 points (runs) or less, and his team wins while continually being ahead.
- A point in a professional wrestling match when one or more wrestlers run to the ring to aid a fellow wrestler who is being beaten.
- The act, process, or result of saving data to a storage medium.
- A saving throw.
- To prevent harm or difficulty.
- To put aside, to avoid.
- Except; with the exception of.
- Unless; except