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buggy

13 synonyms for buggy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A small, light carriage pulled by a horse.

Synonyms

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

A small, light carriage pulled by a horse.

“The Amish family rode into town in a horse-drawn buggy.”

2. adj

Full of software errors; unreliable due to programming flaws.

“The early beta was extremely buggy and crashed constantly.”

How to use buggy

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

buggy software dune buggy baby buggy

Etymology

Of unknown origin.

Full origin of buggy →

Frequently asked questions

What does “buggy” mean?
The word “buggy” means a small, light carriage pulled by a horse. In plain terms, can mean a small cart or stroller, or — much more commonly today — software full of errors.
How do you pronounce “buggy”?
“Buggy” is pronounced BUH-gee (/ˈbʌ.ɡi/ in IPA).
How do you use “buggy” in a sentence?
Here is “buggy” used in a sentence: “The Amish family rode into town in a horse-drawn buggy.”
What part of speech is “buggy”?
Depending on how it is used, “buggy” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “buggy” a common word?
“Buggy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “buggy” have?
“Buggy” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, light carriage pulled by a horse.

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