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goblins

gob·lin
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [gob-lin]
    • /ˈgɒb lɪn/
    • /ˈɡɒb.lɪn/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [gob-lin]
    • /ˈgɒb lɪn/

Definitions of goblins word

  • noun goblins a grotesque sprite or elf that is mischievous or malicious toward people. 1
  • noun goblins Plural form of goblin. 1
  • noun goblins plural of goblin. 0

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Origin of goblins

First appearance:

before 1300
One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; Middle English gobelin < Middle French < Middle High German kobold goblin; see kobold

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Parts of speech for Goblins

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

goblins popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

goblins usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for goblins

noun goblins

  • elves — A supernatural creature of folk tales, typically represented as a small, elusive figure in human form with pointed ears, magical powers, and a capricious nature.
  • gnomes — Plural form of gnome.
  • trolls — to sing or utter in a full, rolling voice.
  • demons — sources of worry or conflict which trouble a person or a group of people
  • fiends — Plural form of fiend.

Antonyms for goblins

noun goblins

  • angels — a male or female given name.

Top questions with goblins

  • what are goblins?
  • where do goblins live?
  • where do goblins come from?

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