What is another word for polar bear?

Pronunciation: [pˈə͡ʊlə bˈe͡ə] (IPA)

The majestic Arctic creature known as the "polar bear" has a few alternative names, such as the "ice bear" and "white bear." The Inuit people of the Arctic refer to the polar bear as "nanuq" while the Norwegian name is "isbjørn" which literally translates to "ice bear." Other names used for polar bears include "sea bear," "ice king," and "northern bear." These names reflect the polar bear's natural habitat, where it spends much of its time on ice floes hunting for seals. Whatever name the polar bear may go by, it remains an iconic symbol of the Arctic and one of the world's most magnificent and fascinating creatures.

What are the hypernyms for Polar bear?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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