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(bär′kər)

noun

a person or machine that takes bark off a tree, log, etc.

noun

an animal, person, or thing that makes a barking sound
a person in front of a side show, theater, store, etc. who tries to attract customers by loud, animated talking

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noun

One, such as a dog, that makes a bark or a barking sound.
An employee who stands before the entrance to a show, as at a carnival, and solicits customers with a loud sales spiel.

noun

One that removes bark from trees or logs or prepares it for tanning.

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