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elf

noun

ˈelf

as in fairy

an imaginary being usually having a small human form and magical powers elves are often portrayed as rather mischievous

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Recent Examples on the Web Blanchett played royal elf Galadriel in the film trilogy directed by Peter Jackson that began in 2001. —

Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 8 Aug. 2024 But my character, a young elf, had survived an enemy attack only after making a desperate bargain with an ancient and cruel being. —

Ally Beardsley, Washington Post, 31 July 2024 Blanchett isn’t the only elf who has spoken about their Lord of the Rings paycheck in recent years. —

EW.com, 8 Aug. 2024 The Elf on the Shelf company website also offers more in-depth information, including additional detail on the elf backstory, as well as ideas for where to hid your elf, crafts to do with your elf, even songs to sing with your elf. —

Apryl Duncan, Parents, 29 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for elf

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