Bear Definition
bear
noun
- massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws
- an investor with a pessimistic market outlook; an investor who expects prices to fall and so sells now in order to buy later at a lower price
verb
- have; "bear a resemblance"; "bear a signature"
- cause to be born; "My wife had twins yesterday!"
- put up with something or somebody unpleasant; "I cannot bear his constant criticism"; "The new secretary had to endure a lot of unprofessional remarks"; "he learned to tolerate the heat"; "She stuck out two years in a miserable marriage"
- move while holding up or supporting; "Bear gifts"; "bear a heavy load"; "bear news"; "bearing orders"
- bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year"; "The unidentified plant bore gorgeous flowers"
- take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person; "I'll accept the charges"; "She agreed to bear the responsibility"
- contain or hold; have within; "The jar carries wine"; "The canteen holds fresh water"; "This can contains water"
- bring in; "interest-bearing accounts"; "How much does this savings certificate pay annually?"
- have on one's person; "He wore a red ribbon"; "bear a scar"
- behave in a certain manner; "She carried herself well"; "he bore himself with dignity"; "They conducted themselves well during these difficult times"
- have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices; "She bears the title of Duchess"; "He held the governorship for almost a decade"
- support or hold in a certain manner; "She holds her head high"; "He carried himself upright"
- be pregnant with; "She is bearing his child"; "The are expecting another child in January"; "I am carrying his child"
"Bear" in song lyrics
See how bear is used in real songs:
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"If I was in the woods fightin' a bear, help the bear"
1.4.0. Productions f/ King Just — This is Hip-Hop -
"Woo, Ezell Swang baby, S dot Bear"
504 Boyz f/ Curren$y — Everywhere I Go -
"Than I can bear"
Amil — Smile 4 Me
Words that rhyme with bear
Usage tips for "bear"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bear" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bear to find words that pair well.