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 Definitions of bogeyman  [ˈbʊg iˌmæn, ˈboʊ gi-, ˈbu-]  

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Definition of 'bogeyman' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) bogeyman
an imaginary evil character of supernatural powers, esp. a mythical hobgoblin supposed to carry off naughty children.

Etymology:  (1885–90)

Definition of 'bogeyman' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) bogeyman, bugbear, bugaboo, boogeyman, booger
an imaginary monster used to frighten children

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