Bug

/bʌg/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small insect, especially one that is harmful or a nuisance.

I found a bug crawling on the kitchen counter.

A fault or defect in a system, such as a computer program.

The software update fixed several bugs that were causing crashes.

An enthusiastic or obsessive interest, especially in a particular subject.

Ever since he attended that workshop, he's had a photography bug.

verb

To annoy or trouble someone persistently.

Stop bugging me about the project; I’ll finish it when I can.

To place a listening device or surveillance equipment in a location.

The agents decided to bug the suspect's phone to gather more information.

The word 'bug' originally referred to a ghost or a nightmare in Middle English.

bug out

To leave suddenly or to panic.

bug off

To go away, often used as a dismissive command.

bug someone

To annoy or irritate someone.

insect

A small arthropod animal.

pest

An unwanted or troublesome insect or animal.

glitch

A minor malfunction or error.

To annoy or bother someone.

Quit bugging me with your questions!

To become overly enthusiastic about something.

She really bugs about collecting stamps.