bogart

bogart

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Pronunciation

/ˈboʊɡɑːrt/

• bo:

• /boʊ/ - diphthong "oh" sound

• gart:

• /ɡɑːrt/ - "g" sound, followed by a long "ah" sound, and then an "r" sound, and then a "t" sound.

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Word Form Variations

Noun:

• "Bogart" (singular): Can refer to a person who selfishly takes or keeps something. It can also refer to the actor Humphrey Bogart.

Verb:

• "Bogart" (present tense): To selfishly take or keep something.

• "Bogarting" (present participle): The act of selfishly taking or keeping something.

• "Bogarted" (past tense and past participle): The action of having selfishly taken or kept something.

There is no common plural form of the word when used in its verb form.

When referring to the surname, the plural form would be Bogarts.

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Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms

Noun:

• Definition:

• A person who selfishly monopolizes or withholds something, preventing others from enjoying or using it.

• (Informal) A person who imitates the mannerisms or persona of Humphrey Bogart.

• Synonyms:

• Monopolizer, hoarder, selfish person, controller, possessor.

• Antonyms:

• Sharer, giver, altruist, distributor, benefactor.

Verb:

• Definition:

• To selfishly keep or monopolize something, preventing others from using or enjoying it.

• To control or dominate a situation, often in an overbearing or possessive manner.

• (Informal) to smoke and hold onto a marijuana cigarette, not passing it on.

• Synonyms:

• Monopolize, hoard, hog, control, dominate, possess, retain, withhold.

• Antonyms:

• Share, distribute, relinquish, give, release, yield.

Adjective:

• Definition:

• Characterized by selfish monopolization or possessiveness.

• (Informal) Resembling the style or persona of Humphrey Bogart.

• Synonyms:

• Possessive, monopolizing, selfish, controlling, dominant, hoarding.

• Antonyms:

• Generous, sharing, altruistic, giving, yielding.

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Examples of Use

In Music and Film:

• The phrase "Don't bogart that joint" is perhaps the most widely recognized use, stemming from the song "Don't Bogart Me" by the Fraternity of Man, featured in the film "Easy Rider" (1969). This exemplifies the "hoarding" definition, specifically in the context of sharing a marijuana cigarette.

• This use has permeated popular culture, and the phrase is often referenced in other movies and songs, demonstrating it's continued cultural impact.

In General Discourse:

• You might hear someone say, "He's bogarting the conversation," meaning he's dominating it and not letting anyone else speak. This illustrates the "monopolizing" definition.

• In online discussions, people might accuse a company of "bogarting" a market share, meaning they're aggressively controlling it and preventing competition. This is seen in online discussions concerning large tech companies.

• "Rich countries, don't bogart those COVID vaccine doses." This is an example of the word being used in a discussion concerning the distribution of resources. (from: off theleash.net)

In News Publications:

• News publications have used the word when describing situations where someone is taking an unfair share of resources. For example, when describing disputes over water rights, or other resources.

• "Yet she isn't allowed to bogart the apercus; each of the characters gets a chance to shine, though some all but cry out for larger parts, larger lily pads on which to brood. Rhoda Feng, Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2024" (from: Merriam-Webster)  

Origin context:

• It is important to remember that the word is derived from the actor Humphrey Bogart. And that his on screen persona of being a tough guy, and the visual of him often holding a cigarette in his mouth, helped to create the words current meanings. (from: San Diego Reader)

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10 Famous Quotes Using Bogart

1. “Don’t bogart the spotlight; brilliance grows when shared.” (Unknown)

2. “He had a habit of bogarting the conversation, mistaking volume for insight.” (Unknown)

3. “Resources meant for the team shouldn’t be bogarted by one person.” (Unknown)

4. “To bogart opportunity is to starve collaboration.” (Unknown)

5. “She refused to bogart credit, knowing success was collective.” (Unknown)

6. “When leaders bogart power, trust quietly erodes.” (Unknown)

7. “Creativity suffers when a single voice bogarts the room.” (Unknown)

8. “True confidence doesn’t need to bogart attention.” (Unknown)

9. “They tried to bogart the narrative, but truth slipped through anyway.” (Unknown)

10. “Don’t bogart the joy—pass it around.” (Unknown)

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Etymology

Essentially, the word "bogart" is derived from the famous actor Humphrey Bogart. He was known for playing tough, often cynical characters who had a certain air of control and sometimes even a bit of selfish possessiveness. Think of his characters often holding a cigarette in their mouth, not sharing, or controlling a situation.

Here's a simpler breakdown:

• Humphrey Bogart the Actor:

• He was a very popular actor, especially in the 1940s and 50s. His on-screen persona was very distinctive.

• The Connection to "Bogarting":

• People started associating his on-screen demeanor with the idea of being possessive or keeping something for oneself.

• Specifically, the act of holding a cigarette in the mouth, and not passing it, became a visual representation of someone "bogarting."

• Slang Usage:

• The word then entered slang, particularly in the context of marijuana use. The phrase "Don't bogart that joint" became very popular, thanks to the song in the movie "Easy Rider."

• Expansion of Meaning:

• Over time, the meaning broadened to include any situation where someone selfishly keeps or dominates something, whether it's a physical object, a conversation, or even a market share.

So, in short, "bogart" comes from a famous actor's persona, which then evolved into a slang term for selfishly keeping something. The first known widespread use of the word came from the song in the movie Easy Rider, concerning the use of Marijuana.

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Phrases + Idioms Containing Bogart

• Common Phrases:

• "Don't bogart that joint": This is by far the most recognizable phrase. It's almost exclusively tied to the context of sharing (or not sharing) a marijuana cigarette.

• "Bogarting the conversation": This is a common, though informal, phrase used to describe someone dominating a discussion.

• "Bogarting the remote": A phrase used when someone is hogging the tv remote.

• Why There Aren't Many Idioms:

• Slang Origin: "Bogart" comes from slang, which often doesn't develop the complex figurative meanings of formal language.

• Specific Meaning: Its meaning is relatively specific (selfish monopolization), limiting its applicability in a wide range of idioms.

• Supplementing with Similar Idioms and Phrases:

• "Hogging the spotlight": This idiom expresses a similar concept of selfishly taking attention.

• "Keeping something close to the vest": This idiom means to withhold information or resources, similar to "bogarting."

• "Playing keep-away": This phrase, often used with children, describes the act of preventing others from having something.

• "To have a stranglehold on": This idiom expresses complete dominance and control, similar to the more intense aspects of "bogarting."

• "To be a control freak": This describes a person who needs to control every aspect of a situation.

• "To be a hoarder": This describes a person who keeps a large amount of items, often to a fault.

• Original Phrases:

• "To bogart the good vibes": Meaning to keep all the positive feelings to yourself.

• "To bogart the airwaves": Meaning to dominate a broadcast or online platform.

While "bogart" itself doesn't lend itself to many idioms, we can see that the concept of selfish monopolization is expressed in various ways throughout the English language.

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Source Information

Definition of bogart from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.

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