Definitions

1. verb (past tense)

to support or endure a weight or burden

“The team had to bear the weight of the economy.”

2. verb (past participle)

to bear or carry something, typically an emotional burden

“She has borne the pain of her loss for years.”

3. noun

a load or weight borne by someone or something

“The burden borne by the workers is too great.”

4. noun

a place or area of land that is born or comes into existence

“The new lake has become a popular spot for boating and fishing.”

5. noun

a natural feature or geographical area that is newly formed

“The team of geologists studied the newly formed mountain range.”