overbark

/ˈoʊvərbɑːrk/

Definitions

1. verb

to bark loudly, especially as a warning or in excitement

“The excited dog started to overbark, scaring the cat away.”

2. noun

the bark of a dog that is excessively loud or persistent

“The overbark from the neighbor’s dog was disturbing the whole household.”

Synonyms

  • bark loudly
  • bay loudly

Antonyms

  • silence
  • whisper