Meaning of the word bear in English

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

bear

US /ber/
UK /ber/
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Noun

1.

a large, heavy mammal with thick fur and a short tail, walking on the soles of its feet. Bears are found in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

Example:
A grizzly bear was spotted near the campsite.
The children loved watching the polar bear at the zoo.
Synonym:

Verb

1.

carry the weight of; support

Example:
The bridge was built to bear heavy loads.
He could hardly bear the pain.
2.

give birth to (a child)

Example:
She will bear her first child next month.
The tree bears fruit every summer.
3.

have (a quality, attribute, or feature)

Example:
The evidence does not bear out his claims.
His words bear a striking resemblance to hers.
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