A bear spear was a medieval type of spear used in hunting for bears and other large animals. The sharpened head of a bear spear was enlarged and usually took the form of a bay leaf. Right under the head there was a short crosspiece that helped fix the spear in the body of an animal and keep it at a distance from the hunter. The bear spear was simi... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bear_spear
Bear's-ear` (bârz'ēr`) noun (Botany) A kind of primrose ( Primula auricula ), so called from the shape of the leaf. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/B/26