What does BARKS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Barks is a verb and can also be used as a noun.

Definitions:

• As a verb, barks means the sound a dog makes, or to make a loud, sharp sound.
• As a noun, barks refers to the protective outer layer of a tree.

Pronunciations:

• US: /bɑrks/
• UK: /bɑːks/

Origin and Usage:

The verb barks comes from the Middle English word "barken," which means "to make a ship fast with cables." The noun barks comes from the Old Norse word "bǫrkr," which means "bark or husk." The verb is commonly used to describe the sound a dog makes, and it can also be used to describe other loud, sharp sounds. The noun is used to describe the protective outer layer of a tree, which is often removed for commercial purposes.

Synonyms:

• As a verb: yelp, howl, bay, growl, snarl
• As a noun: rind, skin, peel, crust, shell

Related Words:

• brisk
• spark
• trunk
• crisp
• flask

Example Sentences:

• The dog barks loudly every time the mailman comes.
• The trees bark was rough to the touch.