duivel — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
duivel is used for these senses in English:
- demon (now, chiefly, historical) A false god or idol; a Satanic divinity. [from 10th c.]
- devil A wicked or naughty person, or one who harbors reckless, spirited energy, especially in a mischievous way; usually said of a young child.
- devil (euphemistic, with an article, as an intensifier) Hell.
- devil A person, especially a man; used to express a particular opinion of him, usually in the phrases poor devil and lucky devil.
- devil (theology) The chief devil; Satan.
demon — full definition
- noun An evil supernatural being, often associated with hell or wickedness.
- noun A destructive habit, feeling, or personal struggle, especially one someone battles internally.
- noun Someone with remarkable skill, energy, or intensity at an activity.
devil — full definition
- noun In Christian and Jewish tradition, the supreme evil spirit; Satan.
- noun A wicked, cruel, or mischievous person (also used affectionately, especially of a child).
- verb To season food heavily with spices, especially mustard or pepper.
- verb To work for a barrister or writer without pay or credit, usually to gain experience.