bear
/bɛr/
Also a verb
Meaning
A large, heavy wild mammal with thick fur, sharp claws, and a short tail.
The campers spotted a black bear foraging near the edge of the forest.
An investor who expects stock prices or market values to decline.
Market bears sold their positions ahead of the anticipated interest rate hike.
Collocations
- black bear
- grizzly bear
- polar bear
- bear market
- mama bear
Antonyms
Idioms
a bear of a
something extremely difficult or unpleasant to deal with
Passing that comprehensive licensing exam was a bear of a challenge.
poke the bear
provoke someone dangerous or powerful needlessly
Arguing with the hostile judge was just asking for trouble—don't poke the bear.