bark
Pronunciation: [bɑrk]
Context: “animals”
(noun) the sound that a dog makes. It's that loud, barking noise you hear when a dog is excited or trying to get attention.
Example
The dog gave a happy bark when its owner came home.
Example
I didn't hear any bark from the dog; it was quiet all day.
Example
What does a dog say when it barks?
Context: “animals”
(verb) when a dog makes a barking sound. It’s what a dog does to communicate or express excitement.
Example
My dog barks whenever someone comes to the door.
Example
She doesn't bark at strangers; she is very friendly.
Example
Why does your dog bark so often?
Context: “plants”
(noun) the outer covering of a tree. It protects the tree and keeps it safe, just like our skin does for us.
Example
The bark of the tree was rough and brown.
Example
You can't see the bark if the tree loses its leaves in winter.
Example
What color is the bark of that tree?
Context: “command”
(verb) to speak sharply or command someone in a loud voice. It’s like giving a command in a way that gets their attention quickly.
Example
The coach barked instructions to the players during the game.
Example
He didn't bark at the kids; he spoke to them gently.
Example
Did the teacher bark at the students to get them to listen?