bark meaning and definition

BARK noun

Definition of bark (noun)

1. tough protective covering of the woody stems and roots of trees and other woody plants
2. a noise resembling the bark of a dog
3. a sailing ship with 3 (or more) masts
   • synonyms: barque
4. the sound made by a dog

BARK verb

Definition of bark (verb)

1. speak in an unfriendly tone
   • "She barked into the dictaphone"
2. cover with bark
3. remove the bark of a tree
   • synonyms: skin
4. make barking sounds
   • "The dogs barked at the stranger"
5. tan (a skin) with bark tannins