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schrikbeeld — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • bugbear noun A problem that keeps coming back and causes trouble.

Senses

schrikbeeld is used for these senses in English:

  • bugbear A source of dread; resentment; or irritation. [from late 16th c.]

bugbear — full definition

  1. noun A problem that keeps coming back and causes trouble.
  2. noun Something that causes fear, annoyance or lasting resentment.
  3. noun An imaginary monster, usually pictured as a large goblin, used to frighten children.
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