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An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity. / A source of dread; resentment; or irritation. / (archaic) An imaginary creature meant to inspire fear in children.

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bugbear

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Source Word

bugbear

IPA(Pronunciation)

/ˈbʌɡ.bɛə(ɹ)/

Noun

archaic

An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity. / A source of dread; resentment; or irritation. / (archaic) An imaginary creature meant to inspire fear in children.

Japanese Meaning

継続して発生する問題、繰り返される障害や逆境 / 恐怖、怒り、または苛立ちの原因となるもの / （古い用法）子供を怖がらせるために想像上の存在として扱われる生き物