barky

American  

[bahr-kee] / ˈbɑr ki /

adjective

barkier, barkiest

1. consisting of, containing, or covered with bark.

2. resembling bark.

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Etymology

Origin of barky

First recorded in 1580–90; bark ² + -y ¹

Example Sentences

In the show, barky boats is a game that takes place on a tiny stream with tree bark, but there’s no water here.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Sure, the Hungarian herding breed can be stubborn and barky, Cheimis said, but Csoki also looks after her geese and chickens at home in Kingfield, Maine, even lying down next to the goslings.

From Seattle Times • May 13, 2024

Try not to be too snarky and barky.

From New York Times • Sep. 6, 2022

They’ll foam at the mouth for the barky sound of the Manchester post-punk band.

From Washington Post • Jul. 15, 2021

Manchee says, coming up to me, all licky and barky like a little puppy.

From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness