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