barks
v. A2 Elementary US //ˈbɑɹks// UK //bˈɑːks// barks
v. makes a short, loud sound like a dog. You use this when a dog is excited or trying to protect its home.
v. produces the characteristic short, sharp cry of a dog or similar animal. Third-person singular present form; also used figuratively for humans shouting in a sharp, commanding tone.
The neighbor's dog barks every time the mailman arrives.
Whenever a stranger approaches the gate, the guard dog barks loudly to alert the family.
The sergeant barks orders at the new recruits, expecting immediate and silent obedience during the morning drills.
Usage
The verb is intransitive when describing the animal sound, but can be transitive when followed by 'out' (e.g., 'barks out orders').