buggy

[ˈbʌɡi]

buggy Definition

  • 1a light carriage pulled by a horse, typically with four wheels and seating for two people
  • 2a small motor vehicle, typically with four wheels and powered by an electric or gas engine, used for transporting goods or passengers over short distances

Using buggy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "buggy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The couple rode around Central Park in a horse-drawn buggy.

  • Example

    The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle buggy to take guests to nearby attractions.

  • Example

    The delivery company uses electric buggies to transport packages within the city.

  • Example

    The amusement park ride was a thrilling buggy that spun riders around in circles.

buggy Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with buggy

  • a pushchair or stroller used for transporting babies or young children

    Example

    She pushed her baby in a buggy through the park.

  • a small motor vehicle designed for use on beaches or sand dunes

    Example

    He rented a beach buggy to explore the coastline.

  • a carriage pulled by a horse, typically used in the past as a mode of transportation

    Example

    The town's main street was once filled with horse and buggies.

Origins of buggy

from 'bug', meaning 'an object of terror' in Middle English

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Summary: buggy in Brief

The term 'buggy' [ˈbʌɡi] refers to a type of light carriage pulled by a horse or a small motor vehicle used for transporting goods or passengers over short distances. Examples include a horse-drawn buggy and an electric delivery buggy. Phrases include 'baby buggy,' 'beach buggy,' and 'horse and buggy.'

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