teddy bear

noun

ted·​dy bear ˈte-dē-ˌber How to pronounce teddy bear (audio)
: a stuffed toy bear

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That goes to Sabrina Carpenter in her fuzzy vintage Chanel coat—the cozy black and white shearling was like the high-fashion equivalent of a teddy bear. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 8 Dec. 2024 However, when in need of a directional landmark, use Lamp Bear, the 23-foot high canary yellow teddy bear sculpted from bronze, as your anchor point. Rachel Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Dec. 2024 This style from Better Homes & Gardens brings loads of cozy texture reminiscent of your favorite childhood teddy bear, with a brass zipper and chunky leather pull to keep it modern. Miles Walls, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024 This shearling Jacket is basically a wearable teddy bear hug. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for teddy bear 

Word History

Etymology

Teddy, nickname of Theodore Roosevelt; from a cartoon depicting the president sparing the life of a bear cub while hunting

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of teddy bear was in 1905

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“Teddy bear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teddy%20bear. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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teddy bear

noun
ted·​dy bear ˈted-ē- How to pronounce teddy bear (audio)
: a stuffed toy bear

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