mama bear

Definitions

1. A female bear currently rearing one or more cubs.
   informal
2. A woman, especially a mother, who is extremely protective of a child or children.
   broadly, slang

Equivalents

Examples

“To my sister, Kristen, who wears the badge of motherhood with pride and inspires people to love⟳ without reservation, without judgment, without fear. She is a mama bear⟳ and a wonder⟳ to watch⟳ in action!”

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