Bare your teeth
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Non-literal Meaning
This phrase often describes showing anger without real teeth.
When I refused to do my chores, I bared my teeth, but Mom wasn't scared.
Pro Tip 2/3Intensity Expression
Used to intensify how fierce someone's anger or aggression is.
He disagreed violently, baring his teeth at every argument.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Interpretation
In some cultures, showing teeth is rude or aggressive, this phrase reflects that.
In the meeting, she bared her teeth, shocking her polite colleagues.
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