A female bear (as opposed to a he-bear, male bear).

(astronomy) A bright circumpolar asterism of the northern sky, said to resemble a large bear. It is part of the constellation Ursa Major and includes the stars Mizar, Dubhe, and Alkaid.

A confectionery made of gelatin in the miniature shape of a toy bear

(idiomatic) Thoroughly equipped, as for a demanding task or confrontation. / (idiomatic) Mentally prepared for a daunting situation or confrontation.

(colloquial) A koala.

(with "years" or "age") Pertaining to the time between puberty and menopause when a woman is able to bear children.

Any especially large, tight or enthusiastic hug, usually friendly and especially given by a male.

(colloquial) A panda.

(chiefly construction and civil engineering) Able to support a load. / (figuratively) Of a physical, digital, procedural etc. component, necessary to the integrity of the system of which it forms a part.

The carrying of loads.