WORD MEANING
Bougie meaning
boo-ZHEE · adjective
A slang term derived from 'bourgeois,' used to describe someone who is perceived as pretentious, materialistic, or aspiring to a higher social class.
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A type of medical instrument used to dilate or explore bodily passages, especially in urology or gastroenterology.
Short for 'bougie,' a candle made of wax, often used in religious or decorative contexts.
The term 'bougie' is commonly used in informal speech and can refer to social attitudes, medical tools, or candles depending on context.
Examples
She prefers a bougie lifestyle with fancy dinners and designer clothes.
They went to a bougie café downtown that serves artisanal coffee.