What is the meaning of bogeyman?

An imaginary monster used to frighten children.
- synonyms: bugbear, bugaboo, boogeyman, booger

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APA	WordNet. (2010). bogeyman. Retrieved September 20, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/bogeyman/definitions/1227651
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MLA	WordNet. "bogeyman" 23 October 2010. Web. 20 September 2026. <http://smartdefine.org/bogeyman/definitions/1227651>

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