Ursine

usgb/ˈɜːrsaɪn/
adjective

Related to or resembling a bear.

The man had an ursine build, tall and heavily muscled.
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Often appears as...

  • ursine features
  • ursine build
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Physical Traits

Focus on strong, large physical characteristics when using 'ursine' in descriptions.

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His ursine hands could envelop hers entirely.
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Not Just Size

Besides size, 'ursine' can imply a certain rugged or wild aspect.

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She admired the ursine roughness of his features.
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Cultural Reference

Familiarize with how bears are viewed in different cultures to enhance understanding of 'ursine'.

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In his native folklore, the ursine spirit was a powerful guardian.
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