English dictionary
bugbear
/'b/@/g,b/(@)/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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an imaginary monster used to frighten children
Source: WordNet 3.0
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an object of dread or apprehension
ExamplesGermany was always a bugbear for France.
Synonyms hobgoblinSource: WordNet 3.0
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Same as <u>Bugaboo</u>.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To alarm with idle phantoms.
Source: webster1913