Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
loaded-for-bear
idiom
/ˈloʊ.dɪd fɔːr bɛr/
Definition
Prepared or equipped for a very serious situation or confrontation.
Examples
- When entering the debate, she was loaded-for-bear with all the facts and figures.
- He showed up to the meeting loaded-for-bear, ready to discuss the new strategy.
Meaning
The phrase ‘loaded-for-bear’ originates from hunting terminology, suggesting that someone is heavily prepared, much like a hunter using heavy ammunition to be ready for a bear. In a broader context, it refers to being fully equipped to handle any challenge or difficulty that might arise.
Synonyms
- prepared
- armed to the teeth
- ready for anything
- fully equipped
