Bark
Pronunciation: /ˈbɑːrk/
Bark (noun)
- the outer covering of a tree or plant.
- the loud sound a dog makes.
- a type of sailing ship with three or more masts.
Examples
- The tree's bark was rough to the touch.
- Peeling bark can indicate a tree's health issue.
Common collocations: rough bark, peel bark, loud bark, dog's bark, sail a bark
Bark (verb)
- to make a loud sound like a dog.
- to speak or shout in a loud, sharp way.
Examples
- The dog barked at the mailman.
- Dogs often bark when they are excited.