The third degree of Freemasonry and the rigorous procedures to advance to that level. The term may have been coined by nineteenth century New York City Police detective Thomas F. Byrnes, perhaps as a pun on his name, as in third degree burns. The Knights of Columbus have a third degree ceremony which is required to advance to that level, seen as rigorous.
The bugle developed from early musical or communication instruments made of animal horns, with the word bugle itself coming from buculus, Latin for bullock (castrated bull).
Bed Bug - (Cimex lectularius) Bed Bug - (Cimex lectularius) The tiny, wingless Bed Bug invites the whole family to feast on people when they're down and out. View All Images (3) Staff Writer (5/20/2016): Although it is best known for its ruthless biting on slumbering humans, the Bed Bug is a parasite of birds and bats as well.