Bear Hug

Pronunciation: /bɛr hʌɡ/

Definitions of bear hug

noun a physical gesture of affection or comfort

Example Sentences

A1 He gave me a big bear hug when he saw me.

A2 The child ran to his mother and gave her a bear hug.

B1 After not seeing each other for years, they greeted with a warm bear hug.

B2 She wrapped her arms around him in a tight bear hug, not wanting to let go.

C1 The athlete lifted his coach off the ground in a bear hug after winning the championship.

C2 As a sign of their strong friendship, they always greeted each other with a bear hug.

Examples of bear hug in a Sentence

formal The two friends greeted each other with a warm bear hug.

informal I gave my brother a big bear hug when I saw him after so long.

slang He came running up to me and gave me a massive bear hug.

figurative The community came together in a figurative bear hug to support the family in need.

Grammatical Forms of bear hug

• past tense: bear hugged
• plural: bear hugs
• comparative: more bear hug
• superlative: most bear hug
• present tense: bear hug
• future tense: will bear hug
• perfect tense: have bear hugged
• continuous tense: is bear hugging
• singular: bear hug
• positive degree: bear hug
• infinitive: to bear hug
• gerund: bear hugging
• participle: bear hugged

Origin and Evolution of bear hug

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'bear hug' originated from the physical embrace or grip resembling that of a bear, known for its strength and power.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'bear hug' has retained its original meaning of a strong, tight embrace but has also been used metaphorically to describe a forceful or overwhelming action or influence.