goblin
Translation
goblin, imp
Examples
The story was about a mischievous goblin.
The story was about a mischievous goblin.
Goblins are often depicted as greedy creatures.
Goblins are often depicted as greedy creatures.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the goblin)) a small, ugly, and often evil creature in stories The story featured a greedy goblin.
Similar Words
Synonyms: imp, gnome, sprite, elf
Etymology
From Old French 'gobelin', a name of a spirit, possibly of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
Imagine a small, grotesque creature from folklore. The word is common in fantasy games and books.