Bogun

Pronunciation: /ˈboʊɡən/

Definitions of bogun

noun a slang term in Australian English to describe a person who is unsophisticated or uncultured

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a bogun in the park.

A2 The bogun was wearing ripped jeans and a leather jacket.

B1 The bogun's loud music could be heard from down the street.

B2 Despite his rough appearance, the bogun was actually quite friendly.

C1 The bogun's tough exterior hid a kind heart.

C2 The bogun's presence always added a sense of excitement to any gathering.

Examples of bogun in a Sentence

formal The archaeologists discovered an ancient bogun burial site.

informal I heard that guy is a real bogun, always causing trouble.

slang She's such a bogun, always hanging out with the wrong crowd.

figurative The weeds in the garden were like a bogun, spreading uncontrollably.

Grammatical Forms of bogun

• past tense: boguned
• plural: boguns
• comparative: more bogun
• superlative: most bogun
• present tense: boguns
• future tense: will bogun
• perfect tense: have boguned
• continuous tense: is boguning
• singular: bogun
• positive degree: bogun
• infinitive: to bogun
• gerund: boguning
• participle: boguning

Origin and Evolution of bogun

First Known Use: 1970 year

Language of Origin: Australian English

Story behind the word: The word 'bogun' is believed to have originated in Australia, specifically in the working-class communities of Sydney and Melbourne.

Evolution of the word: Originally used as a derogatory term for a young, working-class man perceived as uncouth or uncultured, the term 'bogun' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings and is now sometimes embraced as a term of pride by some individuals.