ursiform

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the shape of a bear or ursine animal.

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Variants

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ensiform

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Etymology

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From Latin ursus 'bear' + formis 'form'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'ursiform' is derived from the Latin words 'ursus' meaning 'bear' and 'formis' meaning 'form'.

2. In heraldry, the bear is one of the most common charges and is often represented in an ursiform position.

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1. heraldry: The study and practice of creating, granting, and blazoning coats of arms.

2. coats of arms: A design on a shield or surcoat, bearing the arms or emblem of a family or organization.

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Culture

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In heraldry, the term ursiform is used to describe the bear form, which is one of the most common charges in European coats of arms. It symbolizes power, courage, and strength.

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2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

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