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Bugaboo Definition & Meaning

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

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  • "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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Frequently asked questions

What does bugaboo mean?
an imaginary monster used to frighten children a source of concern; "the old bugaboo of inflation still bothers them"
What part of speech is bugaboo?
Bugaboo is a noun.
How many definitions does bugaboo have?
Bugaboo has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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