Meaning of the word "the bare bones" in English

What does "the bare bones" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

the bare bones

US /ðə bɛr boʊnz/
UK /ðə bɛr boʊnz/
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Idiom

1.

the most basic or essential facts or elements of something

Example:
Let's just get down to the bare bones of the argument.
The report only provided the bare bones of the financial situation.
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