Barking

Barking

BAR-king /ˈbɑːkɪŋ/
Adjective United Kingdom

Insane or crazy.

Example Sentences

"It was absolutely Barking!"
"That's a bit Barking, isn't it?"

Etymology & History

British slang meaning crazy. Short for 'barking mad'. 'You're barking!' means you're crazy. British madness metaphor.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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