Ursus horribilis

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A powerful brownish-yellow bear of the uplands of western North America: This is the common name for a specific subspecies of brown bear, Ursus arctos horribilis, known for its size and strength. It is often referred to by its more common name, the grizzly bear.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The park ranger warned hikers about the presence of ursus horribilis in the remote valley.
    • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the habitat of ursus horribilis.
Advanced Usage
  • Scientific Context: The term is primarily used in formal, scientific, or technical writing to refer specifically to this bear subspecies. In everyday language, "grizzly bear" is almost always used.
    • The study focused on the hibernation patterns of Ursus horribilis.
Variants and Related Words
  • Grizzly bear (n): The common name for .
    • We saw a grizzly bear fishing for salmon.
  • Brown bear (n): The broader species () to which the grizzly belongs.
    • The brown bear population in Europe is smaller.
  • Kodiak bear (n): Another large subspecies of brown bear () found in Alaska.
    • The Kodiak bear is often considered the largest terrestrial carnivore.
Synonyms
  • Grizzly: The standard synonym in non-scientific contexts.
  • Silvertip bear: A less common name referring to the silver-tipped fur of older grizzlies.
Notes on Meaning
  • The Latin name translates directly to "horrible bear," reflecting its formidable reputation. It is important to note that this is a scientific binomial name for a subspecies, not a general descriptive phrase.
Noun
  1. powerful brownish-yellow bear of the uplands of western North America

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