(transitive) To adopt or resolve upon, especially in a deliberative assembly
(transitive, arithmetic) In an addition, to transfer the quantity in excess of what is countable in the units in a column to the column immediately to the left in order to be added there.
(hunting) To have earth or frost stick to the feet when running, as a hare.
To bear or uphold successfully through conflict, as a leader or principle; hence, to succeed in, as in a contest; to bring to a successful issue; to win.
(obsolete) To get possession of by force; to capture.
To contain; to comprise; to bear the aspect of; to show or exhibit; to imply.
(reflexive) To bear (oneself); to behave or conduct.
To bear the charges or burden of holding or having, as stocks, merchandise, etc., from one time to another.
Noun
A manner of transporting or lifting something; the grip or position in which something is carried.