Bark ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Bark ( noun )

1. The protective outer sheath of the trunk, branches, and twigs of a tree or woody shrub.
2. The sharp explosive cry of certain animals, especially a dog.

Origin:

Old english bearc, of germanic origin; related to dutch barc and german barke.

Examples:

1. The bark of the oak tree is rough and deeply furrowed.
2. The dog's bark alerted the owner that someone was at the door.
3. The bark of the dog at the mailman made him jump.
4. The bark of the tree was harvested to make medicine.
5. The bark peeled off in strips revealing the soft wood underneath.

(As a verb)

Bark ( verb )

1. The protective outer sheath of the trunk, branches, and twigs of a tree or woody shrub.
2. The sharp explosive cry of certain animals, especially a dog.

Origin:

Old english bearc, of germanic origin; related to dutch barc and german barke.

Examples:

1. The bark of the oak tree is rough and deeply furrowed.
2. The dog's bark alerted the owner that someone was at the door.
3. The bark of the dog at the mailman made him jump.
4. The bark of the tree was harvested to make medicine.
5. The bark peeled off in strips revealing the soft wood underneath.