* Noun: This is the most common use. It refers to the large, furry animal.
* Example: "The bear lumbered through the forest."
* Verb: It can mean to carry, endure, or support.
* Example: "I can't bear to see her in pain."
* Adjective: This is less common, but can mean "bare" or "naked".
* Example: "The bear rock face was exposed to the elements."
Let me know if you want examples of how "bear" is used in a sentence, and I can give you some more specific examples!