hobgoblin
noun (hobgoblin, hobgoblins)
Everyday
A hobgoblin is a mischievous or wicked small creature in old tales, a kind of goblin. tree →
In the lessons
in fairy tales, a naughty creature who plays tricks or causes harm
Examples
- There was once a wicked hobgoblin in the wood. tree →
- The hobgoblin laughed at the children. tree →
- Don't wake the hobgoblin under the stairs. tree →
Note
nothing for maths
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