average bear

English

Etymology

After the cartoon character Yogi Bear, said to be "smarter than the average bear".

Pronunciation

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Noun

average bear (plural average bears)

1. (idiomatic) The norm; an average person; Used in comparisons

   She's no smarter than the average bear.

   I'm not saying he's fat, but he is heavier than the average bear...

See also

• average Joe