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bear

Noun

Definitions

1. bear (any mammal of family Ursidae)

A noun referring to the large wild animal known as a bear. It is found in nature-related contexts, wildlife discussions, folklore, and is also used in the names of various products and characters in Japan.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

They say if a bear shows up, first thing you do is stay calm — easier said than done.

Sentence 2

The child shouted, "Bear, look over here!"

Sentence 3

A bear in the depths of the forest turned to look at me, and time stopped.

Sentence 4

Yesterday at the zoo, a bear was clutching a block of ice.

Sentence 5

Wait, can bears actually swim?