American English pronunciation
How to pronounce bruins
IPA transcription: [b'ɹuɪnz]
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Noun
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a conventional name for a bear used in tales following usage in the old epic `Reynard the Fox'
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large ferocious bear of Eurasia
Usage examples
- The Western Hockey League's Chilliwack Bruins used to play at the Prospera Centre.
- O'Ree played as a winger for the Boston Bruins.
- He served for several years thereafter as an assistant coach for the Bruins.
- The Bruins took Fredrickson, Shore, Keats and others, while the Rangers took Frank Boucher.
- Therefore, Boston Bruins have seven players winning the trophy, fifth overall.
- The school's sports teams are named the Western Branch Bruins.