mamma bear
Defensive female parent
A mamma bear is a fiercely protective mother, from the reputation of female bears for defending their cubs against any threat.
The term usually describes women who become aggressive when their children are criticized or endangered: Don't mess with her kids—she's a total mamma bear.
Also spelled mama bear or momma bear.
- vigilantKeenly aware of danger
- protective instinctsInborn drive to shield
- denPrivate room or lair
- guardWatchful defensive attention
- roarLoud, deep animal cry
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