Definitions

barking

[bahr-king] / ˈbɑr kɪŋ /

VERB

yelp

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cry growl howl snarl yap

STRONG

bay gnarl snap woof yip

WEAK

arf

VERB

shout

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clamor cry growl grumble mutter roar snarl yell

STRONG

bawl bellow snap

Example Sentences

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Brian Kalemba, 23, from Barking in London, was found not guilty of being part of an organised crime gang.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Barking out orders: Stokes wants England to 'show a bit of dog'

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025

Dominic Twomey, leader of Barking and Dagenham Council, said child poverty remained a serious issue in the borough.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025

Huddled around their tables, locals poured into The Barking Dog each week to take on a pub quiz - but one thing was amiss.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025

Barking, snorting and squealing, the zebra came to life to defend itself.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel