kobold — meaning in English

English meaning

• goblin noun In traditional folklore, a small, ugly magical creature that lives in dark places and is usually unkind or troublesome, similar to an evil elf or demon.
• kobold noun In German folklore, a spirit, either kind or spiteful, that can take the shape of an object or a person, often a child.

Senses

kobold is used for these senses in English:

• goblin (fantasy) A malevolent and grotesque diminutive humanoid, often associated with orcs or trolls.
• kobold (German folklore) A mischievous elf or goblin, or one connected (and helpful) to a family or household.

goblin — full definition

1. noun In traditional folklore, a small, ugly magical creature that lives in dark places and is usually unkind or troublesome, similar to an evil elf or demon.
2. noun In modern fantasy stories, a strong, aggressive and very ugly human-like creature, often grouped with orcs and trolls.
3. noun Short for goblin shark.

kobold — full definition

1. noun In German folklore, a spirit, either kind or spiteful, that can take the shape of an object or a person, often a child.
2. noun A playful elf-like creature that sometimes looks after a particular home or family.
3. noun A member of a small, usually ill-natured race of beings, often looking somewhat reptilian or dog-like.

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