Rumpelstiltskin
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Noun — A classic fairy tale in which a small, mischievous imp spins straw into gold for a miller's daughter, then demands her firstborn child unless she can guess his name.
Synonyms
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Etymology
From German Rumpelstilzchen; the exact origin of the name is debated, but "rumpel" evokes a rattling, clattering goblin.
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What does “Rumpelstiltskin” mean?
The word “Rumpelstiltskin” means a classic fairy tale in which a small, mischievous imp spins straw into gold for a miller's daughter, then demands her firstborn child unless she can guess his name. In plain terms, a fairy-tale imp who trades magic for a terrible price, or the story itself — often invoked for any "guess my name/secret" deal.
How do you pronounce “Rumpelstiltskin”?
“Rumpelstiltskin” is pronounced ruhm-puhl-STIHLTS-kihn (/ˌɹʌmpəlˈstɪltskɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Rumpelstiltskin” in a sentence?
Here is “Rumpelstiltskin” used in a sentence: “The children acted out Rumpelstiltskin for the school play.”
What is another word for “Rumpelstiltskin”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Rumpelstiltskin” include Tom Tit Tot.
What part of speech is “Rumpelstiltskin”?
“Rumpelstiltskin” is a noun.
Where does the word “Rumpelstiltskin” come from?
The word “Rumpelstiltskin” comes from German. From German Rumpelstilzchen; the exact origin of the name is debated, but "rumpel" evokes a rattling, clattering goblin.
How many meanings does “Rumpelstiltskin” have?
“Rumpelstiltskin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a classic fairy tale in which a small, mischievous imp spins straw into gold for a miller's daughter, then demands her firstborn child unless she can guess his name.