bogy

Meanings

• noun

  A bogey is a mythical creature in Irish and Scottish folklore, believed to cause mischief or harm.

  - "The children were afraid of the bogy in the forest."
  - "My grandfather used to tell me stories about the bogeys that lived in the swamp."

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Synonyms

cheater , criminal , fugitive , outlaw , Devil , goblin , railroad truck , goblin , railroad truck , bogey , bogie , snot , bugger

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with bogy
googly , dogy , fogy

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Variants

List of all variants of bogy that leads to same result
bogey , bogeys , bogie , bogies , bogy

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Etymology

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The origin of the word 'bogy' can be traced back to the Old English word 'buca', meaning 'evil spirit' or 'demon'. It is also related to the Irish word 'bógeach', which means 'mischievous'.

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Trivia

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1. Bogeys were often used as a way to scare children into behaving.

2. In some versions of the myth, bogeys were said to be able to shape-shift into different forms.

3. Bogeys were sometimes depicted as having red eyes and sharp teeth.

4. The word 'bogy' is also used in golf to refer to an imaginary score that a golfer adds to their actual score to keep track of their performance.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fairy: Bogeys are similar to fairies in that they are mythical creatures with supernatural powers.

2. Goblin: Bogeys are also related to goblins, as they share similar characteristics of being small, mischievous creatures with supernatural powers.

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Culture

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In Irish and Scottish folklore, bogeys were often depicted as small, mischievous creatures that caused harm or played pranks on people, particularly children. They were often represented as having red caps and long noses, and were said to live in bogs or swamps.

How to Memorize "bogy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, red-capped creature with a long nose.
   - Visualize it living in a bog or swamp.
   - Think about the mischief it might cause.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'bogy' with the image of a mischievous creature.
   - Link it to the idea of a bog or swamp.
   - Think about the fear or excitement it might bring.

3. mnemonics
   

   - B = Bogeys live in Bogs.
   - B = Brings Back Bad Memories.
   - B = Brings Boogie-woogie Music to Mind.

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