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Bugbear

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Meanings of Bugbear

Verb

  • To scare someone with something that is not real.

Noun

  • A problem that keeps coming back and is hard to fix.
  • Something that makes you feel scared or annoyed.
  • A made-up creature that is scary for kids.

Explanation of the word: Bugbear

A bugbear is a scary creature from stories. It's like a monster that some people think is real, but it's just make-believe.

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Translations for the word: Bugbear

hindi
बगबियर (Bugbear)

bagbiyaar

बगबियर (Bugbear)

bagbiyaar

भूत (Bhoot)

bhoot

Synonyms for the word: Bugbear

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Bugbear

What does 'bugbear' mean?
A bugbear is something that causes fear or worry, like a scary monster or a problem that makes you anxious.
How do you pronounce 'bugbear'?
You say 'bugbear' like this: bug-bear.
What is the origin of the word 'bugbear'?
The word 'bugbear' comes from old stories where 'bug' meant a scary creature and 'bear' was used to describe a monster.
What is the meaning of 'bugbear' in Bengali?
The word 'bugbear' in Bengali is 'ভূত' (Bhūt).