nis
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Noun — In Scandinavian folklore, a small household spirit or hobgoblin said to live on a farm.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Danish nisse, a folklore house-spirit similar to a brownie or gnome.
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What does “nis” mean?
The word “nis” means in Scandinavian folklore, a small household spirit or hobgoblin said to live on a farm. In plain terms, a mischievous little folklore spirit believed to live around farms in Scandinavia.
How do you use “nis” in a sentence?
Here is “nis” used in a sentence: “Farmers left out porridge to keep the nis happy.”
What part of speech is “nis”?
“Nis” is a noun.
Where does the word “nis” come from?
The word “nis” comes from Danish. Borrowed from Danish nisse, a folklore house-spirit similar to a brownie or gnome.