bug
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B1
/bʌɡ/
small creature or error
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bug' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bugge,' where it meant 'a frightening creature.'
Historical Evolution
'bugge' transformed into the modern English word 'bug,' retaining its association with small creatures.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a frightening creature,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings, including 'insect' and 'error in a system.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 2
a fault or error in a computer program or system.
The software has a bug that needs fixing.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39