bogle
[boh-guh l, bog-uh l]
noun
a bogy; specter.
Also boggle.
Origin of bogle
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Related Words for bogle
apparition, bogey, bogeyman, boggle, bugaboo, bugbear, goblin, hobgoblin, monster, phantasm, phantasma, phantom, specter, spirit, spook, visitant, wraith, bogyman, boogeyman, boogiemanExamples from the Web for bogle
Contemporary Examples of bogle
“They were periods of time, like the 70s, when you had stars such Diana Ross, Diahann Carroll, and Pam Grier,” said Bogle.
“She is this amazing character actor that can do anything with a role,” said Bogle.
Historical Examples of bogle
They found Bogle in his yard, and told him that they had a warrant for his apprehension.
The History of the First West India RegimentA. B. Ellis
They had not the slightest doubt that Raikes and Bogle were outside.
The Camp in the SnowWilliam Murray Graydon
“A little faster, youngster,” urged Bogle, in a gruff voice.
The Camp in the SnowWilliam Murray Graydon
Bogle drew a packet of letters from his pocket and held them up.
The Camp in the SnowWilliam Murray Graydon
“You will find out presently,” said Bogle, with a mocking smile.
The Camp in the SnowWilliam Murray Graydon
bogle
1noun
Word Origin for bogle
C16: from Scottish bogill, perhaps from Gaelic; compare Welsh bygel; see bug ²
bogle
2noun
verb
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