To bear
Example: The structure bears heavy loads without collapsing
Definition
"To bear" means to carry or support the weight of something, whether physically or figuratively. It involves enduring or holding up pressure, responsibility, or burdens without giving way, as in the example phrase "The structure bears heavy loads without collapsing."
Etymology
The verb "to bear" comes from Old English 'beran,' meaning 'to carry, bring, or produce.' It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old High German 'beran' and Old Norse 'bera.' Interestingly, "to bear" shares roots with words related to birth and carrying offspring, reflecting its core meaning of carrying or supporting.
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"To bear" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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