boggart
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of boggart
perhaps from bog , variant of bug ² + -ard
Example Sentences
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For example, a boggart, which can transform into one’s worst fear, can be eradicated with laughter.
From Time • Jul. 30, 2015
“Well,” said Lupin, frowning slightly, “I assumed that if the boggart faced you, it would assume the shape of Lord Voldemort.”
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
“But — I don’t want the boggart to turn into her either.”
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
“Forward, Neville, and finish him off!” said Lupin as the boggart landed on the floor as a cockroach.
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
Ron was still slightly inclined to laugh at Hermione’s boggart, but an argument was averted by the sight that met them on the top of the steps.
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
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