v., n., & int.
--v.
1. tr. a give trouble to; worry, disturb. b refl. (often foll. by about) be anxious or concerned.
2 intr. a (often foll. by about, or to + infin.) worry or trouble oneself (don't bother about that; didn't bother to tell me). b (foll. by with) be concerned.
--n.
1. a a person or thing that bothers or causes worry. b a minor nuisance.
2 trouble, worry, fuss.
--int. esp. Brit. expressing annoyance or impatience.
Phrases and idioms:
cannot be bothered will not make the effort needed.
Etymology: Ir. bodhraim deafen