hobbit
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Noun — In fantasy fiction, a member of a small, human-like race with hairy feet, known for enjoying comfort and quiet living.
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Etymology
Invented by J. R. R. Tolkien in the 1930s for his novels The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings; he later joked it might come from an imagined Old English word meaning "hole-dweller".
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What does “hobbit” mean?
The word “hobbit” means in fantasy fiction, a member of a small, human-like race with hairy feet, known for enjoying comfort and quiet living. In plain terms, a small, homely fictional being from Tolkien's stories — or, loosely, any short person.
How do you pronounce “hobbit”?
“Hobbit” is pronounced HO-biht (/ˈhɒbɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “hobbit” in a sentence?
Here is “hobbit” used in a sentence: “Bilbo Baggins is the hobbit hero of Tolkien's novel.”
What part of speech is “hobbit”?
“Hobbit” is a noun.
Where does the word “hobbit” come from?
The word “hobbit” dates back to around 1930 and comes from Old English. Invented by J. R. R. Tolkien in the 1930s for his novels The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings; he later joked it might come from an imagined Old English word meaning "hole-dweller".
Is “hobbit” a common word?
“Hobbit” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “hobbit” have?
“Hobbit” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in fantasy fiction, a member of a small, human-like race with hairy feet, known for enjoying comfort and quiet living.