bother
both-er · verb
Definitions
verb
- 1.
To cause annoyance or worry to someone.
- 2.
To make the effort to do something.
- 3.
To cause physical discomfort or pain.
- 4.
Effort, trouble, or difficulty.
- 5.
A cause of annoyance or worry.
- 6.
(British) Used to express mild annoyance.
Phrases & expressions
- •can't be bothered — to not want to make the effort
- •bother about/with — to concern oneself with
- •hot and bothered — agitated or flustered
Related words
Etymology
Probably from Anglo-Irish, perhaps from Irish "bodhair" (to deafen, annoy) or related to Scottish Gaelic "bodhar" (deaf). First recorded in English around 1718.