elf
Translation
elf, pixie, fairy
Examples
Santa's helpers are elves.
Santa's helpers are elves.
The elf shot an arrow from his bow.
The elf shot an arrow from his bow.
Grammar Patterns
an elf (as a countable noun) An elf is a mythical creature.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fairy, gnome, pixie; Antonyms: giant
Etymology
From Old English 'ælf', a type of supernatural being in Germanic mythology.
Memory Tips
The plural is irregular, changing 'f' to 'ves' (elves), just like 'wolf' -> 'wolves'.