Buggering Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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buggering

[หˆbสŒษกษ™rษชล‹ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

slang usage

The term 'buggering' is a slang expression that can refer to anal intercourse, especially in a derogatory context. It's often used to express frustration or disdain. In modern usage, it can also imply causing trouble or annoyance to someone. Due to its origins, the term carries a degree of vulgarity and may not be suitable for formal communication.

Synonyms

annoying, interfering, messing.

Examples of usage

  • He was buggering off before I could talk to him.
  • Stop buggering around and get to work!
  • They were buggering the whole project up.
  • I can't believe you were buggering me about it all this time.

Translations

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Origin of 'buggering'

The term 'bugger' has its origins in the Middle English 'bugger', which itself came from the Old French 'bougre', derived from the Latin 'Bulgarus,' originally used to refer to the people of Bulgaria. In medieval times, it was often used to describe people alleged to engage in heretical practices, particularly associated with the Catharism of Bulgaria, which was condemned by the Roman Catholic Church. Over time, the term evolved in English usage to refer specifically to anal intercourse and gained derogatory connotations. The transition from a geographical term to a sexually explicit one reflects broader social attitudes towards sexuality and taboo. 'Buggering' eventually became a slang term that retains both the sexual meaning and a general sense of annoyance or trouble-making in contemporary informal speech.