bark

(noun) tough protective covering of the woody stems and roots of trees and other woody plants.

(noun) a noise resembling the bark of a dog.

(noun) a sailing ship with 3 (or more) masts. Synonyms: barque.

(noun) the sound made by a dog.

(verb) speak in an unfriendly tone. Example: "She barked into the dictaphone."

(verb) cover with bark.

(verb) remove the bark of a tree. Synonyms: skin.

(verb) make barking sounds. Example: "The dogs barked at the stranger."

(verb) tan (a skin) with bark tannins.