A jerk or annoying person; also used as a mild expletive
Bugger
Example Sentences
"The bugger didn't show up."
"Bugger! I forgot my keys."
Etymology & History
British mild swear word. From 'buggery' (sodomy). Versatile: 'bugger off' (go away), 'poor bugger' (poor fellow), 'bugger all' (nothing). Less offensive in British than American.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Vulgar
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Formality
Informal
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