English · Slang Attested

barking

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Meaning · English

Clipping of barking mad.

Where it’s used: Used American English

He’s going to run the marathon in this hot weather dressed as Donald Duck – he must be barking!

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “barking” mean?

Clipping of barking mad.

Is “barking” formal or informal?

barking is generally slang.

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