bark

B1
Pronunciation
/bɑːk/
/bɑɹk/
Noun
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

The short, loud, explosive sound uttered by a dog, a fox, and some other animals.

2 Definition

An abrupt loud vocal utterance.

3 Definition

The exterior covering of the trunk and branches of a tree.

4 Definition

Peruvian bark or Jesuit's bark, the bark of the cinchona from which quinine is produced.

5 Definition

Hard candy made in flat sheets, for instance out of chocolate, peanut butter, toffee or peppermint.

6 Definition

The crust formed on barbecued meat that has had a rub applied to it.

7 Definition

The envelopment or outer covering of anything.

8 Definition

A small sailing vessel, e.g. a pinnace or a fishing smack; a rowing boat or barge.

9 Definition

A sailing vessel or boat of any kind.

10 Definition

A vessel, typically with three (or more) masts, with the foremasts (or fore- and mainmasts) square-rigged, and mizzenmast schooner-rigged.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make a short, loud, explosive noise with the vocal organs (said of animals, especially dogs).

Synonyms
give tongue
Example Sentences
  • The neighbour's dog is always barking.
2 Definition

To make a clamor; to make importunate outcries.

3 Definition

To speak sharply.

Example Sentences
  • The sergeant barked an order.
4 Definition

To strip the bark from; to peel.

5 Definition

To abrade or rub off any outer covering from.

Example Sentences
  • to bark one’s heel
6 Definition

To girdle.

7 Definition

To cover or inclose with bark, or as with bark.

Example Sentences
  • bark the roof of a hut