Look up: goblin

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   goblin
   [n] - (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings
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   goblin
   In folklore, a friendly but mischievous sprite, supposed to haunt dark corners. Goblins are also called hobgoblins, `hob` being an affectionate short form of `Robin`. ...
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   Goblin
   Gob'lin noun [ Middle English gobelin , French gobelin , Late Latin gobelinus , from Greek ... knave, a mischievous goblin; or confer German kobold , English kobold , cobalt , Armor. gobilin an ignis fatuus, goblin.] An evil or mischievous spirit; a playful or malicious elf; a frightful phantom; a gnome. « To whom the goblin , full of ...
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   Goblin
   A `goblin` is an evil, crabby, or mischievous creature of folklore, often described as a grotesquely disfigured or gnome-like phantom, that may range in height from that of a dwarf to that of a human. They are attributed with various (sometimes conflicting) abilities, temperaments and appearances depending on the story and country of origin. In some cases goblins have been classified as constant annoying little creatures somewhat related with the...
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   Goblin
   • (n.) An evil or mischievous spirit; a playful or malicious elf; a frightful phantom; a gnome.
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   goblin
   in Western folklore, a wandering sprite that is usually mischievous but often malicious. Goblins supposedly live in grottoes but attach themselves ...
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   goblin
   goblin or hobgoblin,in French folklore, small household spirit, similar to the Celtic brownie. Goblins perform household tasks but also can make mischief, such as pulling the covers off sleepers. They like wine and pretty children.
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