gobelin — meaning in English
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English meaning
- goblin noun Traditionally, a supernatural being of folklore, typically small and grotesque or misshapen, that commonly haunts dark places, often mischievous or malevolent; a type of evil elf, sprite, or demon.
Senses
gobelin is used for these senses in English:
- goblin (fantasy) A malevolent and grotesque diminutive humanoid, often associated with orcs or trolls.
goblin — full definition
- noun Traditionally, a supernatural being of folklore, typically small and grotesque or misshapen, that commonly haunts dark places, often mischievous or malevolent; a type of evil elf, sprite, or demon.
- noun In later fantasy literature, an evil and grotesquely ugly humanoid, typically powerful and warlike, often associated with orcs and trolls.
- noun Short for goblin shark