bearskin

Meanings

• noun

  A pelt or fur of a bear, especially when worn as a cloak or hat.

  - "The explorer wore a bearskin to keep warm in the winter."
  - "The Native American chief donned a bearskin headdress for the ceremony."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbɛəɹ.skɪn/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

busby

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Variants

List of all variants of bearskin that leads to same result
bearskin , bearskins

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Etymology

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The word 'bearskin' is derived from 'bear' and 'skin'.

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Trivia

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1. Bearskins were once used as currency in some parts of Russia.

2. The largest bear pelt ever recorded was over 11 feet long and weighed over 700 pounds.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fur: Fur is the thick, woolly coat of an animal, especially a large mammal, which keeps it warm.

2. Fur trade: The fur trade refers to the commercial trade of animal pelts, especially those of beavers, foxes, and other fur-bearing animals.

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Culture

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In many indigenous cultures, bearskins have been used as clothing and symbols of power and leadership. In literature, bearskins have appeared in works such as 'The Jungle Book' and 'Treasure Island'.

How to Memorize "bearskin"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a bear's pelt being removed and transformed into a cloak or hat.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'bearskin' with warmth and protection.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Big Brown Bears Keep Insides Warm' to remember the definition of bearskin.

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