Little Bear

noun

: ursa minor

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Collateral is Little Bear’s inventory and fixtures, though not its real estate. — Justin Wingerter, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026 Meanwhile, seven much dimmer stars make up the Little Dipper which is also known as Ursa Minor, or Little Bear. — Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 14 June 2026 Titanique and Two Strangers were also nominated for best musical, while Balusters, Giant, Liberation and Little Bear Ridge Road are up for best play. — Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 7 June 2026 Native and Indigenous artists take center stage on Indigenous House and Little Bear Audio’s forthcoming podcast series, The Indigenous Setlist. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for Little Bear

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First Known Use

1681, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Little Bear was in 1681

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“Little Bear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Little%20Bear. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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Little Bear

noun
: ursa minor
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