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Bruin is a name for the brown bear (Ursos arctos), or for any bear, usually poetically or archaically.

Related Topics:
Brown bear - Bear

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The word entered the English language via William Caxton's 1485 translation of a Flemish version of the legend of Reynard the Fox. Bruin is the bear, named for his color; the Middle Dutch word for brown is bruun.

Related Topics:
English language - William Caxton - 1485 - Flemish - Reynard the Fox - Middle Dutch

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It is a popular nickname and mascot in sports. Some teams using this name include

Related Topics:
Nickname - Mascot

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Professional sports

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