Gremlin

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  • noun. An imaginary gnomelike creature to whom mechanical problems, especially in aircraft, are attributed.
  • noun. A maker of mischief.
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  • noun. A mythical creature reputed to be mechanically inclined and mischievously inclined to damage or dismantle machinery.
  • noun. Any mysterious, unknown source of trouble or mischief.
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  • noun. (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
    • Word Usage
    "When the gremlin is kneeling on the wing prying up the panel you can see the actor's shoes under his gremlin costume."
    Hypernym
    Words that are more generic or abstract
    faerie  faery  fairy  fay  sprite  
    Hyponym
    Words that are more specific
    leprechaun  sandman  
    Rhyme
    Words with the same terminal sound
    Kremlin  kremlin  
    Same Context
    Words that are found in similar contexts
    atomistic  biotic  bugaboo  catchall  dachshund  
    Synonym
    Words with the same meaning
    Ariel  Befind  Corrigan  Dingbelle  Fifinella  
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