bug up

slang

The phrase "bug up" is often used in informal contexts, particularly in African-American Vernacular English, and can have different meanings based on the situation.

Definition

B2Interpersonal Interaction

(informal, slang)To deliberately annoy or provoke someone.

Example

Why are you trying to bug up with me?
He likes to bug up his sister just for fun.

C1Surveillance

(technical, espionage)To place a listening device in a location for monitoring purposes.

Example

The agents decided to bug up the suspect's office.
They bugged up the room to gather evidence.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bug up":

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