A large omnivorous mammal, related to the dog and raccoon, having shaggy hair, a very small tail, and flat feet; a member of family Ursidae.

A rough, unmannerly, uncouth person.

An investor who sells commodities, securities or futures in anticipation of a fall in prices.

To endeavour to depress the price of, or prices in.

“to bear a railroad stock”

(investments) Characterized by declining prices in securities markets or by belief that the prices will fall.

“The great bear market starting in 1929 scared a whole generation of investors.”