Definition of barest:
(adj) :
Naked, uncovered.
(adj) :
Having had what usually covers (something) removed.
(adj) :
Without anything to cover up or conceal one's thoughts or actions; open to view; exposed.
(adj) :
Minimal; that is or are just sufficient.
(adj) :
Having no decoration.
(adj) :
(figuratively) Mere; without embellishment.