bug

[bʌɡ]

bug Definition

• 1. a small insect
• 2. an illness caused by bacteria or a virus
• 3. a hidden problem or fault in a system or machine

Using bug: Examples

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

• Example

  I saw a bug crawling on the wall.

• Example

  I caught a stomach bug and had to stay home from work.

• Example

  There seems to be a bug in the software that's causing it to crash.

• Example

  The detectives planted a bug in the suspect's apartment to listen in on his conversations.

• Example

  He's been bitten by the travel bug and can't wait to go on his next adventure.

bug Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bug

• insect
• beetle
• virus
• bacteria
• glitch
• defect

Phrases with bug

• put a bug in someone's ear

  to suggest an idea or course of action to someone in a subtle or indirect way

  Example

  I put a bug in my boss's ear about the new project, hoping to get his support.

• have a bug up one's ass

  to be irritable, agitated, or restless for no apparent reason

  Example

  He's had a bug up his ass all day and won't stop complaining about everything.

• catch the bug

  to become interested in or enthusiastic about something

  Example

  After attending her first concert, she caught the music bug and started playing guitar.

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Summary: bug in Brief

The term 'bug' [bʌɡ] has multiple meanings, including a small insect, an illness caused by bacteria or a virus, and a hidden problem or fault in a system or machine. It can also refer to a listening device or a strong desire or interest in something, as in 'He's been bitten by the travel bug.' Phrases like 'put a bug in someone's ear' and 'catch the bug' add nuance to the term.