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BARE vs BEAR

These two are spelled and pronounced almost the same — here's how to tell them apart in every way.

BAREBEAR
Audio
US UK
US UK
Pronounced in
1 syllables  ·  bare 1 syllables  ·  bear
Meaning
lay bare massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws
Example
“bare your breasts” —

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