“Barer” or “Bearer”—Which to use?

“Barer” or “Bearer”

Overview

barer / bearer are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

barer: (adjective) completely unclothed. (adjective) lacking in amplitude or quantity. (adjective) lacking its natural or customary covering. (adjective) just barely adequate or within a lower limit. (adjective) apart from anything else; without additions or modifications. (adjective) lacking a surface finish such as paint. (adjective) providing no shelter or sustenance. (adjective) having everything extraneous removed including contents.

bearer: (noun) a messenger who bears or presents.

Pronunciation

barer: NA

bearer: b·EH·r·er

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Examples in Context

Examples of “barer”

Examples of “bearer”

…and was the nation's flag bearer at the opening ceremony.
The first bearer of the name, Harte Manus…
…the regiment after the color bearer was shot, and brought them…
…under heavy fire, the color bearer having been shot down while…
…the Lands of the Plague Bearer", would also appear on Under…
…she became the nation's flag bearer in the opening ceremony.
…of the regiment after the bearer was shot down is deserving…
She was the flag bearer for Luxembourg during the closing
…Simon as its next ring bearer, recruiting him into the Green…
…acted as the pharaoh's seal bearer as well, and the vizier…

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