Bugaboo Definition

bugaboo
noun
  1. an imaginary monster used to frighten children
  2. a source of concern; "the old bugaboo of inflation still bothers them"

"Bugaboo" in song lyrics

See how bugaboo is used in real songs:

  • "I had a destiny child so don't bugaboo"
    Smooth Tha Messenger — Bringin Tha Heat
  • "Your my bugaboo"
    Young Gunz — Grown Man
  • "solder remix nasty bugaboo"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with bugaboo

Usage tips for "bugaboo"

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