Bark Mean?

The outermost layer of the stems and roots of woody plants.  Plants with bark include trees and arbors, shrubs, vines.  The shell consists of all tissues outside the vascular  cambium, covering two layers as the inner shell and the outer shell.

The word "bark" has different meanings depending on the context:

1. Biological Meaning (Tree Bark)

• Bark is the outer covering of the trunk, branches, and roots of a tree or woody plant.
• It serves as a protective layer, shielding the tree from environmental damage, pests, and diseases.
• Functions of bark in forestry:
  • Protection from physical damage.
  • Preventing water loss.
  • Insulating the tree from extreme temperatures.
  • Transporting nutrients (inner layer of bark).

Parts of bark:

• Outer Bark: Dead tissue that provides a tough, protective barrier.
• Inner Bark (Phloem): The living layer that transports sugars and nutrients from the leaves to the rest of the tree.

Examples of bark types:

• Smooth (e.g., Beech trees).
• Rough and cracked (e.g., Oak trees).
• Peeling (e.g., Paper Birch).

2. Sound of a Dog (Verb/Noun)

• Bark can also refer to the sound that a dog makes.
• Example (Noun): "The dog's bark was loud and sharp."
• Example (Verb): "The dog barked at the stranger."

3. Metaphorical Usage

• "Barking up the wrong tree": A phrase meaning to pursue the wrong idea or goal.
• Example: "If you think he is guilty, you're barking up the wrong tree."