American English pronunciation
How to pronounce goblin
IPA transcription: ['ɡɑblɪn]
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Noun
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(folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings
Usage examples
- They are captured and then goaded or ridden into battle by goblins.
- Many of Magic's marquee races like Elves and Goblins are completely absent from Otaria.
- The title screen features no graphics besides the stylised "Ghosts 'n Goblins" lettering.
- There is also mention of both goblins and dwarves living on this continent.
- Rocky is a member of a group of creatures known as the Nopino Goblins.
- Although it eliminated the Whittle-style "folding", the Goblin was still a very compact design.