Boogieman: meaning, definitions and examples

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boogieman

 

[ หˆbuหŒษกiหŒmรฆn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

horror folklore

The Boogieman is a mythical creature often used in children's stories to frighten children into good behavior. It is typically depicted as a malevolent being that hides in the dark and preys on those who misbehave.

Synonyms

bogeyman, fiend, monster, ogre

Examples of usage

  • Don't go out after dark; the Boogieman might get you.
  • She told her kids to behave, or the Boogieman would come for them.
  • In many cultures, the Boogieman is used to instill fear and promote obedience.

Translations

Translations of the word "boogieman" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bicho-papรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅ‚เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Boogieman

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hantu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพัะณัƒะท

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ baba jaga

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใ‚ฎใƒผใƒžใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท croque-mitaine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ el hombre del saco

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท korkunรง adam

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€๊ธฐ๋งจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุฌู„ ุงู„ุฎูˆู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bubรกk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ straลกidlo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฆ–ๆ€ช

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ boลพiฤek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณรพekkt maรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ’แƒ˜แƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ boogieman

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ el hombre del saco

Etymology

The term 'Boogieman' has its origins in the early 17th century and is derived from the word 'bogey', which referred to a goblin or specter, and its usage has evolved over time. It is thought to have roots in various cultures and languages, with similar figures appearing in both European and American folklore. The association of the Boogieman with childrenโ€™s bedtime fears has made it a staple in parenting discussions, often serving as a tool to encourage good behavior. Literature and popular culture have contributed to the creature's notoriety, leading to its portrayal in movies, books, and songs, further embedding it in the psychological landscape of childhood fears.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,243, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.