silver-tip
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Definition
Noun: 1. A powerful brownish-yellow bear of the uplands of western North America: This term refers specifically to a large North American bear, Ursus arctos horribilis, commonly known as the grizzly bear. The name "silver-tip" comes from the characteristic white or silvery tips of the hairs on its back and shoulders, which give its fur a grizzled or frosted appearance.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Hikers in the park were warned about the presence of a large silver-tip near the trail.
- The silver-tip is an iconic symbol of the North American wilderness.
Advanced Usage
- The term "silver-tip" is a regional and descriptive common name. In formal or scientific contexts, the animal is more precisely called a grizzly bear or North American brown bear.
Variants and Related Words
- Grizzly bear (n): The most common name for the same species ().
- Brown bear (n): A broader term for the species , which includes the grizzly bear as a North American subspecies.
Synonyms
- Grizzly
- Grizzly bear
- North American brown bear
Related Phrases
- Silver-tipped grizzly: An alternative phrasing that emphasizes the characteristic fur.
- We spotted a magnificent silver-tipped grizzly fishing in the river.
Noun
- powerful brownish-yellow bear of the uplands of western North America