1. not covered by clothing; naked
2. not covered or protected; exposed
3. empty; containing nothing

1. to uncover or expose

Examples

• The child ran through the yard with bare feet.
• The bare walls needed paint and decoration.
• The cupboard was completely bare after the party.
• She packed only the bare necessities for the trip.
• The dog bared its teeth when threatened.
• He bared his soul in the heartfelt letter.
• The bare minimum wage is not enough to live on.
• The bare branches swayed in the winter wind.