noun
baring
BEH-uh-rihng
Baring (noun) means the act of uncovering or exposing something. Example: “The baring of old wounds made the conversation painful.”
noun
1
The act of uncovering or exposing something.
"The baring of old wounds made the conversation painful."
How to use baring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of exposing or revealing something that was covered.
Common mistake
Easily confused with "bearing" (posture, relevance, or carrying) — "baring" always relates to "bare," meaning to uncover.
Easily confused with
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Word forms
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The _____ of old wounds made the conversation painful.
Etymology
Possibly related to Bering.
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Rhymes for baring
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What does “baring” mean?
The word “baring” means the act of uncovering or exposing something. In plain terms, the act of exposing or revealing something that was covered.
How do you pronounce “baring”?
“Baring” is pronounced BEH-uh-rihng (/ˈbɛɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “baring” in a sentence?
Here is “baring” used in a sentence: “The baring of old wounds made the conversation painful.”
What part of speech is “baring”?
“Baring” is a noun.
