Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

she-bear

Noun

/ˈʃiː bɛr/

Definition

A female bear, especially when it has cubs.

Examples

The she-bear was fiercely protective of her young.
In the wild, a she-bear will go to great lengths to defend her cubs from predators.
During spring, the she-bear emerges from hibernation with her newborns.

Meaning

The term ‘she-bear’ specifically refers to a female bear, often emphasizing maternal characteristics, particularly regarding behavior and nurturing of cubs.