bugaboo
something that causes fear or worry; bugbear; bogy.
Origin of bugaboo
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How to use bugaboo in a sentence
Multiculturalism and political correctness have long been favorite bugaboos of hers.
"I'll go up with you to keep off the bugaboos," said the doctor taking the lighted candle from her hand and following her up.
The Four Corners Abroad | Amy Ella BlanchardBut I was there for a purpose so there was no use getting scared of bugaboos.
An American Hobo in Europe | Ben GoodkindHeredity bugaboos dishearten, enervate, encourage excesses and neglect.
Civics and Health | William H. AllenA member of Parliament is not afflicted by the numerous bugaboos that menace an American congressman.
The American Language | Henry L. Mencken
Other old bugaboos that have been embraced are gubernatorial, presidential and standpoint.
The American Language | Henry L. Mencken
British Dictionary definitions for bugaboo
/ (ˈbʌɡəˌbuː) /
an imaginary source of fear; bugbear; bogey
Origin of bugaboo
1Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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