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bugbear

noun bug·bear \-ˌber\

: something that causes problems or annoys people

Full Definition of BUGBEAR

1
:  an imaginary goblin or specter used to excite fear
2
a :  an object or source of dread
b :  a continuing source of irritation :  problem
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First Known Use of BUGBEAR

1581

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