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debarked

 

[ dษชหˆbษ‘หrk ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

removal of bark

To debark is to strip the bark from a tree or a log, typically done in lumber production to prepare the wood for further processing. This process is essential as it removes the outer protective layers, enabling easier handling and treatment of the wood. Additionally, debarking can enhance the aesthetic appeal of wood products and prevent the growth of pests. In a maritime context, debarking can also refer to the act of disembarking or leaving a ship or vehicle.

Synonyms

peel, remove bark, strip

Examples of usage

  • The workers debarked the logs before sending them to the mill.
  • After debarking, the wood was treated with chemicals to prevent rot.
  • She carefully debarked the tree to ensure the wood would be suitable for crafting.

Translations

Translations of the word "debarked" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น desembarcar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเฅŒเค•เคพ เคธเฅ‡ เค‰เคคเคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช entladen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ turun dari kapal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธัะฐะดะธั‚ะธัั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wysiฤ…ล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธ‹่ˆนใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉbarquer

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ desembarcar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท karadan inmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜์„ ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅู†ุฒุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vystoupit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vystรบpiลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ‹่ˆน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ izkrcati se

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fara af skipi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตะผะตะดะตะฝ ั‚าฏัั–ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒกแƒแƒกแƒ•แƒšแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gษ™midษ™n enmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ desembarcar

Word origin

The term 'debark' comes from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal' or 'reversal', combined with 'bark', which refers to the outer covering of a tree. The use of the term in English dates back to the early 19th century, primarily in the context of woodworking and lumber processing. As the logging industry grew, so did the need for specific terms describing processes involved in preparing wood. The practice of debarking likely existed long before the term became standardized, as ancient civilizations used various methods to process timber for construction and other uses. Over the years, 'debarking' has expanded in its usage to encompass both manual and mechanical methods, reflecting advancements in technology within the timber industry.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,836, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.