Bruin: meaning, definitions and examples

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bruin

[ˈbruːɪn ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

animal

A brown bear, especially one in or from Scandinavia.

Synonyms

brown bear, grizzly bear.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
bruin	More informal and colloquial, sometimes used in playful or familiar contexts. Watch out, there's a bruin in the campground! A big bruin was seen near the trail yesterday.
brown bear	Used in scientific or general descriptions to refer to the species Ursus arctos, emphasizing its color and general characteristics. The brown bear is native to parts of North America and Eurasia. We spotted a brown bear fishing by the river.
grizzly bear	Specifically refers to the North American subspecies of brown bear known as Ursus arctos horribilis, often highlighting its fierce nature. Hikers should always be cautious of grizzly bears in this area. A grizzly bear can be very dangerous if provoked.

Word

Description / Examples

bruin

More informal and colloquial, sometimes used in playful or familiar contexts.

Watch out, there's a bruin in the campground!
A big bruin was seen near the trail yesterday.

brown bear

Used in scientific or general descriptions to refer to the species Ursus arctos, emphasizing its color and general characteristics.

The brown bear is native to parts of North America and Eurasia.
We spotted a brown bear fishing by the river.

grizzly bear

Specifically refers to the North American subspecies of brown bear known as Ursus arctos horribilis, often highlighting its fierce nature.

Hikers should always be cautious of grizzly bears in this area.
A grizzly bear can be very dangerous if provoked.

Examples of usage

The bruin roamed the forest in search of food.
The bruin caught a salmon in the river.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

sports

A sports team representing Brown University.

Synonyms

Brown University team.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
bruin	This word is used to refer to a bear, often in a literary or poetic context. It can add a touch of elegance or formality to a description. In the dense forest, the mighty bruin roamed freely. The old tale spoke of a legendary bruin that protected the village.
Brown University team	This phrase specifically refers to the sports teams representing Brown University. It's used in contexts relating to college athletics and school spirit. "The Brown University team played exceptionally well in yesterday's football game," said the coach. Students gathered to cheer for the Brown University team during the annual sports fest.

Word

Description / Examples

bruin

This word is used to refer to a bear, often in a literary or poetic context. It can add a touch of elegance or formality to a description.

In the dense forest, the mighty bruin roamed freely.
The old tale spoke of a legendary bruin that protected the village.

Brown University team

This phrase specifically refers to the sports teams representing Brown University. It's used in contexts relating to college athletics and school spirit.

"The Brown University team played exceptionally well in yesterday's football game," said the coach.
Students gathered to cheer for the Brown University team during the annual sports fest.

Examples of usage

The Bruins had a successful season this year.
The Bruins won the championship.

^{Context #3 | Noun}

nickname

A nickname for a person with brown hair.

Synonyms

brown-haired person.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
bruin	An archaic or poetic term for a bear, often used in literature or storytelling; not commonly used in everyday conversation. In the old tale, the bruin was a wise creature. The hunter followed the tracks of the elusive bruin.
brown-haired person	Used to describe someone with brown hair; suitable for a descriptive or identifying context. The brown-haired person over there is my sister. She is a brown-haired person with a kind smile.

Word

Description / Examples

bruin

An archaic or poetic term for a bear, often used in literature or storytelling; not commonly used in everyday conversation.

In the old tale, the bruin was a wise creature.
The hunter followed the tracks of the elusive bruin.

brown-haired person

Used to describe someone with brown hair; suitable for a descriptive or identifying context.

The brown-haired person over there is my sister.
She is a brown-haired person with a kind smile.

Examples of usage

Hey, bruin, how's it going?
The bruin laughed at the joke.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The term 'bruin' comes from the Middle Dutch word 'brun,' meaning 'brown,' which was used to refer to brown bears.
It was popularized in English literature in the 17th century and often used as a character in stories and fables.

Literature

In children's literature, Bruin often appears as a friendly bear character, symbolizing comfort and wisdom.
The character of 'Bruin the Bear' has featured in various fables and tales, often highlighting the bear's interactions with humans and other animals.

Cultural References

Bruin is often used in the names of sports teams, most notably the Boston Bruins, an NHL team, connecting the bear's strength to athletic prowess.
In nursery rhymes and popular culture, Bruin often represents bravery or the protector role among wild animals.

Folklore

Bruin features prominently in European folklore, sometimes representing the wild or untamed aspects of nature.
Stories like 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' leverage the image of Bruin to create moral lessons around curiosity and respect.

Psychology

The image of a bear can evoke feelings of safety in children, as they often view Bruin as a gentle giant rather than a threat.
In dream analysis, bears are commonly interpreted as symbols of strength and introspection, representing the dreamer’s inner resilience.

Translations

Translations of the word "bruin" in other languages:

🇵🇹 castanho

🇮🇳 भूरा

🇩🇪 braun

🇮🇩 cokelat

🇺🇦 коричневий

🇵🇱 brązowy

🇯🇵 茶色い (ちゃいろい)

🇫🇷 brun

🇪🇸 marrón

🇹🇷 kahverengi

🇰🇷 갈색 (galsaek)

🇸🇦 بني (bunni)

🇨🇿 hnědý

🇸🇰 hnedý

🇨🇳 棕色 (zōngsè)

🇸🇮 rjav

🇮🇸 brúnn

🇰🇿 қоңыр

🇬🇪 ყავისფერი (k'aviisperi)

🇦🇿 qəhvəyi

🇲🇽 marrón

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,299, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.

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