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ursine

ur·sine

UK/ˈɜː.saɪn/ US/ˈɝsaɪn/ uncommon

adjective

1.

of or relating to or similar to bears

Origin

Mid 16th century, from Latin ursīnus, adjectival form of ursus (“bear”) + -ine.

Phrases

  • ursine baboon
  • ursine dasyure
  • ursine howler
  • ursine seal

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