(physics) A non-diffracting waveform that gives the appearance of curving as it travels.

Alternative spelling of woolly bear

plural of beautiful armadillo

plural of beautiful fruit dove

Alternative spelling of mama bear

Characteristic of protective maternal behavior.

(informal) A female bear currently rearing one or more cubs. / (by extension, slang) A woman, especially a mother, who is extremely protective of a child or children.

(rhetoric) A question that presupposes some controversial premise, such that it cannot be directly answered without incriminating oneself or, at least, unintentionally conceding a point; a loaded question.

plural of wife-beating question

(British Columbia, Alaska) Kermode bear