bear
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/bɛə(ɹ)/
English
Definitions
noun
- A large omnivorous mammal, related to the dog and raccoon, having shaggy hair, a very small tail, and flat feet; a member of family Ursidae.
- A rough, unmannerly, uncouth person.
- An investor who sells commodities, securities or futures in anticipation of a fall in prices.
- A state policeman (short for smokey bear).
verb
- To endeavour to depress the price of, or prices in.“to bear a railroad stock”
adjective
- (investments) Characterized by declining prices in securities markets or by belief that the prices will fall.“The great bear market starting in 1929 scared a whole generation of investors.”
verb
- To carry or convey, literally or figuratively.“Judging from the look on his face, he wasn't bearing good news.”
- To support, sustain, or endure.
- To support, keep up, or maintain.
- To press or impinge upon.
noun
- Barley, especially four-rowed barley or six-rowed barley.
noun
- A pillowcase; a fabric case or covering as for a pillow.
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