The missing word is "Pooh." In this context, "Pooh" refers to the beloved character Winnie-the-Pooh from A.A. Milne's children's books. Winnie-the-Pooh is a fictional bear known for his adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood with his friends.
Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Bear who loves honey. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.