Bear (noun)
definition:
a massive mammal with long shaggy coats and strong claws found in the Americas and Eurasia; one of 8 species in the family Ursidae
example:
"When I saw a bear in the woods, I ran away."
Bear (noun)
definition:
an investor with a pessimistic market outlook
example:
"After deciding to short all the stocks, everyone knew I was a bear."
Bear (noun)
definition:
a large, hairy gay or queer man who identifies with a subculture of similar people
example:
"I am a bear with a glorious beard."
Bear (verb)
definition:
to have on one's person; to carry
example:
"I bear a gun."
Synonyms
WearBear (verb)
definition:
to give birth to
example:
"The dog bore pups in the pantry."
Bear (verb)
definition:
to be pregnant with a child
example:
"We are bearing our first child."
Synonyms
CarryBear (verb)
definition:
to put up with something or somebody unpleasant
example:
"I cannot bear the constant criticism."
Synonyms
SupportBear (verb)
definition:
to move while holding up or supporting
example:
"I can bear a heavy load."
Bear (verb)
definition:
to support or hold in a certain manner
example:
"I can bear it for a little while longer."
Synonyms
CarryBear (verb)
definition:
to bring forth
example:
"The apple tree bore delicious apples this year."
Bear (verb)
definition:
to bring in
example:
"This bears another important point."
Synonyms
YieldBear (verb)
definition:
to take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person
example:
"I bear the costs."
Bear (verb)
definition:
to have rightfully
example:
"I have borne this computer along with me on many travels."
Synonyms
HoldBear (verb)
definition:
to have or possess
example:
"They bear a resemblance to my friends."
