"buggerlugs" meaning in All languages combined

See buggerlugs on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} buggerlugs (uncountable)
  1. (chiefly Australia) A term of address that can be rude or affectionate. Tags: Australia, uncountable Synonyms: bugalugs
    Sense id: en-buggerlugs-en-noun-r4t7LAWY Categories (other): Australian English, English entries with incorrect language header

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