botheration

noun

both·er·a·tion | \ ˌbä-t͟hə-ˈrā-shən

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Definition of botheration

1 : the act of bothering : the state of being bothered

2 : something that bothers —often used interjectionally

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I hadn't realized what a botheration putting up a tent in the dark could be! if I'm to get any work done, this incessant botheration has to stop

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The first known use of botheration was in 1797

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botheration

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English Language Learners Definition of botheration

: something that is annoying : something that bothers you

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