bug (Meaning)
bug (n)
general term for any insect or similar creeping or crawling invertebrate
a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine
a small hidden microphone; for listening secretly
insects with sucking mouthparts and forewings thickened and leathery at the base; usually show incomplete metamorphosis
a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use
bug (v)
annoy persistently
tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information
bug (n.)
A bugbear; anything which terrifies.
A general name applied to various insects belonging to the Hemiptera; as, the squash bug; the chinch bug, etc.
An insect of the genus Cimex, especially the bedbug (C. lectularius). See Bedbug.
One of various species of Coleoptera; as, the ladybug; potato bug, etc.; loosely, any beetle.
One of certain kinds of Crustacea; as, the sow bug; pill bug; bait bug; salve bug, etc.
Synonyms & Antonyms of bug
bug Sentence Examples
- A bug scuttled across the kitchen floor, seeking refuge beneath the cabinets.
- During the summer months, our house becomes inundated with various types of bugs.
- I discovered a tiny bug nestled within the petals of a blooming flower in the garden.
- It's essential to seal cracks and crevices to prevent bugs from infiltrating your home.
- Entomologists study the behavior and habitats of bugs to better understand their ecological roles.
- The children delighted in observing the colorful bugs flitting about in the backyard.
- Despite its small size, the bug displayed remarkable agility as it navigated through the grass.
- Using a magnifying glass, we examined the intricate details of the bug's wings.
- Some bugs, like ladybugs, are considered beneficial because they prey on harmful pests.
- A bug zapper hung on the porch, emitting a faint hum as it attracted and eliminated flying insects.
FAQs About the word bug
general term for any insect or similar creeping or crawling invertebrate, a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine, a small hidden microphone
freak,sucker, buff, enthusiast, fan, lover, maniac, junky, maven, hound
belittler, belittler, carper, critic, critic, carper, detractor, nonfan, detractor,nonfan
A bug scuttled across the kitchen floor, seeking refuge beneath the cabinets.
During the summer months, our house becomes inundated with various types of bugs.
I discovered a tiny bug nestled within the petals of a blooming flower in the garden.
It's essential to seal cracks and crevices to prevent bugs from infiltrating your home.
