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Krampus

KRAHM-puhs

Krampus (name) means a horned, demonic figure in Alpine folklore who punishes misbehaving children during the Christmas season. Example: “Children in the village dressed up as Krampus for the winter festival.”

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A horned, demonic figure in Alpine folklore who punishes misbehaving children during the Christmas season.
"Children in the village dressed up as Krampus for the winter festival."

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Krampuses plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from German Krampus.

Origin: German

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Krampus” mean?

The word “Krampus” means a horned, demonic figure in Alpine folklore who punishes misbehaving children during the Christmas season.

How do you pronounce “Krampus”?

“Krampus” is pronounced KRAHM-puhs (/ˈkɹɑmpəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Krampus” in a sentence?

Here is “Krampus” used in a sentence: “Children in the village dressed up as Krampus for the winter festival.”

What part of speech is “Krampus”?

“Krampus” is a name.

Where does the word “Krampus” come from?

The word “Krampus” comes from German. Borrowed from German Krampus.

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