Meaning & Definition of word "Buggy"

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    Buggy

    /ˈbʌɡi/

    noun:

    • 1. a light, four-wheeled vehicle, often used for carrying small loads or passengers.
      • Example: The children enjoyed riding in the new buggy at the park.
    • 2. a small cart or wheeled frame, often used for carrying babies.
      • Example: She pushed the buggy along the sidewalk as she took her baby for a stroll.

    adjective:

    • 1. characterized by the presence of many errors or flaws.
      • Example: The buggy software crashed multiple times during testing.
    • 2. not functioning correctly; faulty.
      • Example: We had to replace the buggy component in the machine to get it working again.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'bug' which refers to an insect, possibly alluding to flaws or issues.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    buggy software:

    Software that has many errors or problems.

    buggy ride:

    A ride in a small vehicle designed for carriage, typically in leisure activities.

    buggy situation:

    A confusing or complicated scenario.

    Related Words

    bug:

    An error or flaw in a system or program.

    cart:

    A wheeled vehicle that moves goods or people.

    vehicle:

    A machine for transporting people or goods.

    Slang Meanings of buggy

    Meaning: Crazy or confused.

    Example Sentence: He was acting all buggy after staying up all night.

    Meaning: Drunk.

    Example Sentence: After a few drinks, she got pretty buggy at the party.