noun as in strong fondness

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scarecrow, goblin

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Example Sentences

Example:Using the image of a scarecrow as a scarecrow, parents would tell their children that the bogeyman was watching them if they were naughty.

Definition:A large dummy, often made to look like a person or animal, used in a field to scare away animals.

From scarecrow

Example:The stories of goblins and other mythical creatures like the bogeyman served as a deterrent to ensure good behavior among children.

Definition:A mythical creature, often portrayed as mischievous and malevolent, the goblin is often used to scare children into behaving.

From goblin