Barking
noun
a borough of Greater London, England.
Barking
American
[bahr-king]
/ ˈbɑr kɪŋ /
noun
barking
British
/ ˈbɑːkɪŋ /
adjective
adverb
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
Reform UK is also hoping to make gains in areas of London declaring later, including the outer boroughs of Bromley and Barking & Dagenham.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Dominic Twomey, leader of Barking and Dagenham Council, said child poverty remained a serious issue in the borough.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025
Two adults and two children were taken to hospital after complaining about a smell of chemicals at the property in Barking Road, Upton Park in Newham.
From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025
Barking, sharp, short, it’s like Ryder s saying, Here.
From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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