What does BRUIN mean?

bruin

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: A bear, especially a brown bear.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈbruːɪn/; UK: /ˈbruːɪn/

Origin and Usage: The word "bruin" comes from the Dutch word "bruin" meaning "brown". It has been used in English since the 17th century to refer to brown bears, especially those found in North America. The word is often used in literature and poetry to refer to bears in general, not just brown bears.

Synonyms: bear, brown bear, grizzly bear

Related Words: bear, bison, camel, eagle, hyena

Example Sentences:

• She was scared to go camping because of the possibility of encountering a bruin.
• The bruin lumbered through the forest in search of food.
• The children were delighted to see a bruin at the zoo.