debark Meaning & Definition
/dɪˈbɑːk/
What Does Debark Mean?
Debark is used as a verb meaning To unload goods from an aircraft or ship. It can also mean To disembark.
Debark in Brief
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /dɪˈbɑːk/ |
| Synonyms | disembark and set down |
| Antonyms | embark |
| Verb forms | debarks, debarking, debarked |
Debark Definition (Verb)
- To unload goods from an aircraft or ship.
- To disembark.
Verb
- To remove the bark from a tree, especially one that has been felled.
Verb
- To devocalize (a dog).
Synonyms of Debark
Debark synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Debark
Word Forms & Grammar
debark (third-person singular simple present debarks, present participle debarking, simple past and past participle debarked)
Words That Rhyme With Debark
Origin of Debark
Origin 1: From French débarquer, from de- (Old French des-) + barque (“bark, small ship”).
Origin 2: From de- + bark (“covering of tree”).
Origin 3: From de- + bark (“(of a dog) make the noise”).
Frequently Asked Questions About Debark
What part of speech is debark?
Debark is a verb.
What is another word for debark?
Words with a similar meaning to debark include disembark and set down. See the full list of debark synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of debark?
The opposite of debark is embark.
What is the past tense of debark?
The past tense of debark is debarked. The present participle is debarking.