teddybear

Soft childhood companion

A teddybear is a soft stuffed toy in the shape of a bear, typically given to children as a comfort object.

The name comes from U.S.

President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt, linked to a hunting story.

Teddybear can describe something cuddly or nonthreatening: He looks tough but he's really a teddybear.

Usually spelled as two words: teddy bear.

comfort

cuddly

Pleasantly huggable

plush · fuzzy · fluffy · soothing · security · consolation · solace · reassurance · warmth · snuggle

toy

stuffed

Filled beyond capacity

puppet · plushie · stitching · stuffing · sewn · polyester · cotton · fabric · furry · ribbon

collectible

antique

Old valued collectible

rarities · collector · heirloom · nostalgia · Steiff · mohair · jointed · restoration · preservation · valuable

childhood

playroom

Children's recreation area

imagination · playtime · kindergarten · memories · lullaby · childlike · pretend · friendship · adventure · crib

Opposites
realness/authenticity

teddybeargrizzly bear

Large North American ursine

polar bear · brown bear · black bear · wild animal

comfort/threat

teddybearmonster

Frightening imaginary creature

weapon · bogeyman · boogeyman · predator · threat

softness/texture

teddybearrock

Solid earthen material

brick · cactus · porcupine · sharp object · wooden block

Family

bear, bearing, bearable, unbearable, teddy, bearings, bearer, teddy bear, forebear

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G