What is another word for ursine?

Pronunciation: [ˈɜːsa͡ɪn] (IPA)

Ursine is an adjective that refers to things that are bear-like in appearance or behavior. Some synonyms for ursine include bearish, grizzly, and teddy-bear-like. Other synonyms include hirsute, shaggy, and furry, which can evoke the thick fur and intimidating appearance of some bear species. Words like burly, brawny, and powerful can describe a bear's physical strength, while formidable and ferocious reflect their reputation and sometimes dangerous nature. More playful synonyms that capture the cuddly and lovable traits of certain bear species include cuddly, cute, and adorable. Overall, synonyms for ursine encompass the various attributes and qualities that make bears such fascinating creatures.

What are the hypernyms for Ursine?

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

Usage examples for Ursine

The ursine baboon is not naturally pugnacious, but neither is he timid or destitute of the means of defence.
"The Settler and the Savage"
R.M. Ballantyne
I was immensely relieved to get rid of the bear and to leave him in such good quarters, for it now appeared to me quite reasonable that I might have had difficulty in lodging him anywhere on the premises of the Cheltenham, and under any circumstances I very much preferred appearing at that hotel without an ursine companion.
"A Bicycle of Cathay"
Frank R. Stockton
"These are the mycetes, or ursine howlers.
"On the Banks of the Amazon"
W.H.G. Kingston

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