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Bugsy meaning

BUG-zee · noun

A male given name, often a nickname derived from 'Benjamin' or used informally.

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Other meanings

A slang term for a gangster or mobster, especially from the early 20th century.

A brand or character name in various media and entertainment contexts.

An informal term for a small insect or pest.

BUGSY can be a personal name, a slang term, or a brand/character name depending on context.

Examples

Bugsy was a notorious gangster in the 1920s.

The detective was trying to track down Bugsy's whereabouts.

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