What is another word for sun bear?

Pronunciation: [sˈʌn bˈe͡ə] (IPA)

The sun bear (Helarctos malayanus) is a small bear found in Southeast Asia. It is also known by a variety of other names that reflect its appearance or behavior. One of its most common alternative names is the "honey bear," due to its love of honey. Other synonyms include "Malayan sun bear," "Asian sun bear," and "dog bear." Its short, sleek coat and dark fur around the eyes have also earned it the nickname "spectacled bear." The sun bear's classification within the Ursidae family means that it is sometimes referred to simply as a "bear," although this can cause confusion as there are many other species of bear worldwide.

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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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  • "Come on! You too, Will." "If you must call me anything, you may address me as Most Excellent Testamentary Clause," said the sun bear. "Claws?" said Suzy, as she tilted the chair to speed the bear on its way. "Orright, Claws, hop to it." "No, no, no," protested the sun bear. "Most Excellent-" "Claws it is," said Suzy loudly. "After you, Claws." "I said... oh... just don't speak to me," huffed the Will as it waddled after Arthur.
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