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nanook

/nɑːnuːk/ noun · British & US
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What does nanook mean?

noun

A polar bear, especially one that is native to the Arctic regions. In Inuit mythology, Nanook is the spirit of the polar bear.

Example

"The Inuit people have a deep respect for Nanook, the powerful and majestic polar bear."

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