vätte — meaning in English

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

vätte is used for these senses in English:

• goblin (fantasy) A malevolent and grotesque diminutive humanoid, often associated with orcs or trolls.

goblin — full definition

1. 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.
2. noun In later fantasy literature, an evil and grotesquely ugly humanoid, typically powerful and warlike, often associated with orcs and trolls.
3. noun Short for goblin shark