bogey
/ˈbəʊɡi//ˈbəʊɡi/The word "bogey" originates from Indian classical music, where a "village bogey" or "baugé" referred to a high-pitched whistle note used to frighten away birds during concerts. This whistle note was represented by the letter "v" in Indian notation. In the 18th century, the word "bogey" was borrowed into English to describe a menacing or intimidating monster, similar to the sound of the whistle. In British English, the term "bogeyman" emerged, referring to a frightening or threatening figure, often used to scare children into behaving. Over time, the term evolved to become a noun, meaning a person or thing that evokes fear or apprehension. In modern language, the word "bogey" is often used figuratively to describe anything that inspires fear or unease.
a thing that causes fear, often without reason
một điều gây ra sự sợ hãi, thường không có lý do
a piece of dried mucus from inside your nose
một mảnh chất nhầy khô từ bên trong mũi của bạn
a bogeyman (= an imaginary evil spirit that is used to frighten children)
một bogeyman (= một linh hồn ác quỷ tưởng tượng được sử dụng để dọa trẻ em)
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