1. a large, broad snowshoe shaped somewhat like a bear's paw, used for walking on snow
Usage: often used in plural or as a modifier (e.g., bearpaw snowshoes)
2. a type of pastry or cookie shaped like or resembling a bear's paw
Usage: regional; culinary

Examples

• She strapped on her bearpaws before heading into the deep snow.
• The hikers wore bearpaw snowshoes to traverse the winter trail.
• Bearpaws are wider than traditional snowshoes, providing better flotation.
• The bakery sold fresh bearpaw pastries every morning.
• In the 19th century, trappers relied on bearpaws to navigate snowy terrain.