bare
UK: beə(r) | US: ber
adj. not covered or protected by anything
adj. basic and simple, without anything extra
vt. to uncover or reveal something
The word "bare" traces back to Old English bær, meaning "naked, uncovered, or empty." It shares roots with Old High German bar and Old Norse berr, all conveying the idea of being exposed or stripped of covering. Over time, "bare" retained its core meaning of lacking concealment or adornment, extending metaphorically to describe simplicity or minimalism (e.g., "bare facts"). The verb form emerged later, reflecting the action of exposing something.
The trees stood bare after losing their leaves in winter.
She told the bare truth without embellishment.
He bared his soul in the heartfelt letter.
The room was bare except for a single chair.
The detective bared the hidden evidence during the trial.