bark
nounUK /bɑːk/
US /bɑːrk/
The loud sound a dog makes.
The dog's bark woke up the whole neighborhood.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The tough outer covering of a tree.
He carved his name into the tree's bark.
3. To make the sharp, loud sound of a dog.
The puppy barked at the mailman.
4. To say something in a loud, harsh voice.
The coach barked orders at the players.