Meaning Of The Word Bear hug

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What's The Definition Of Bear hug?

bear hug
countable noun: A bear hug is a rather rough, tight, affectionate hug.

bear hug in American English
noun: a forcefully or heartily tight embrace

bear hug in British English
noun: a wrestling hold in which the arms are locked tightly round an opponent's chest and arms
verb: to give someone a bear hug

bear-hug in American English
transitive verb: to greet with or hold in a bear hug

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