Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
arctophile
noun
/ˈɑrk təˌfaɪl/
Definition
A person who loves or is very fond of bears.
Examples
- As an arctophile, she has dedicated her life to studying and protecting bear habitats.
- The arctophile excitedly shared pictures from her recent trip to a bear sanctuary.
- He is an arctophile at heart, often volunteering at wildlife conservation events focusing on bears.
Meaning
Arctophile comes from the Greek ‘arktos’, meaning bear, and ‘philos’, meaning loving. It describes someone who has a particular affection for bears.
Synonyms
- Bear lover
- Bear enthusiast
- Bear aficionado
