Musclebear – A Bear whose size derives from muscle rather than body fat. These men are also a distinct subculture within the gay community, and may or may not identify with the Bear movement per se. ( (gay_slang) ) – A heavy-set man who might be described as overweight or obese. Otter – A slimmer or less hairy Bear regardless of age.Ĭhaser – Somebody who is attracted to Bears and/or chubs but is not part of the Bear culture.
The term is sometimes used to imply the passive partner in a relationship.Įwok – A bear of short stature, but not younger. Some slang terms relating to the Bear community include the following:Ĭub – a younger (or younger-looking) version of a Bear, typically, but not always, with a smaller frame. Terminology of article Bear %28gay culture%29:
