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polar bear
noun
: a large creamy-white carnivorous bear (Ursus maritimus synonym Thalarctos maritimus) that inhabits arctic regions
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With no fixed itinerary or schedule, guests do and see more due to the small group size—experiencing mind-boggling local wildlife, such as polar bears, walruses, seals, and more.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Leave a comment View Comments Look here for a prowling puma, a hunting polar bear cub and a ghostly barn owl.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN, 30 Nov. 2024
The findings also raise concerns for human health, since some groups living in the Arctic eat polar bears, and some of the pathogens can be transmitted to humans.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Oct. 2024
Kris Jenner's Christmas Tree Kris' 2014 tree was equally impressive sans polar bear, sporting a classic black-and-white theme that complimented her home's decor.
—Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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First Known Use
1769, in the meaning defined above
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“Polar bear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polar%20bear. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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polar bear
noun
: a large creamy-white fish-eating bear that lives in arctic regions
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