Grizzlies

/ˈɡrɪzliz/ noun

Definition

Large bears with thick fur that has gray or brown coloring, found in North America, also called grizzly bears.

Etymology

From 'grizzly' (gray or grayish), which comes from Old French 'gris' (gray). European settlers in North America applied this color-based adjective to the massive bears they encountered.

Kelly Says

Grizzlies can stand 10 feet tall and weigh 800 pounds, yet they survive in mountain environments by being omnivores who spend half their time eating berries—basically they're giant, terrifying vegans for half the year!

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