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goblin in Malay

afrit

UK/ˈɡɒb.lɪn//ˈɡɑb.lɪn/

goblin in Malay: afrit. In English, goblin means 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.

Malay words for goblin

hostile diminutive humanoid in fantasy literature
afrit

English meaning of goblin

  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 A hoodoo.

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Questions about goblin in Malay

What is the meaning of goblin in Malay?
Goblin in Malay is afrit.
Apakah maksud goblin dalam bahasa Melayu?
Goblin: afrit.
What does goblin mean in English?
Goblin means 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.

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