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Bear (gay culture)
In gay culture, bear is a term for men who are large, hairy, or both.[2] The bear concept can function as an identity or an affiliation, and there is ongoing debate in bear communities about what constitutes a bear. Some bears place importance on presenting a clear masculine image and may disdain or shun men who exhibit effeminacy,[3] while others consider acceptance and inclusion of all behavioral types to be an important value of the community.[4]
Coming across a stranger in the woods could be as scary for a young woman as coming across a bear in some instances.