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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).
To endeavour to depress the price of, or prices in.
"to bear a railroad stock"
(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."
How to use "BEAR" in a sentence
"That window can be a bear to open."
Something difficult or tiresome; a burden or chore.…
"to bear a railroad stock"
To endeavour to depress the price of, or prices in.…
"The great bear market starting in 1929 scared a whole generation of investors."
(investments) Characterized by declining prices in securities markets or by beli…
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