bare
v.v. to uncover something or show something that was hidden. You often use it when talking about parts of the body or deep feelings.
v. to uncover or expose something to view by removing a covering or veil. Transitive — requires a direct object, often used with physical surfaces or abstract emotions.
The dog will bare its teeth if it feels threatened.
The winter storm stripped the trees of their leaves and began to bare the rocky ground beneath.
The witness was hesitant to bare her soul in front of the jury, fearing that her private grief would be misunderstood by the public.
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object. It is frequently confused with the adjective 'bare' or the verb 'bear'.
He had to bear his soulHe had to bare his soulTo 'bare' means to uncover or reveal; 'bear' means to carry or endure. You bare your soul to show your feelings.