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).
Planting an inexpensive ground cover is another option, and bugle weed is perfect for this purpose. The large evergreen leaves of this tough little plant quickly carpet the ground, making it difficult for weed seeds to reach the soil and for light to penetrate. They can easily be thinned as needed.