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grizzly bear

noun [C]
 
 
/ˌɡrɪz.liˈbeər/ US  /-ˈber/ (also grizzly)

Definition

a very large, greyish-brown bear from North AmericaWild mammalsHumans, apes and monkeysFelines (cats)Canines (dogs)Deer and antelopeRodents and similar animalsMarine mammals
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