elf
playSimple Definition of elf
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: a small creature in stories usually with pointed ears and magical powers
Examples of elf in a sentence
<elves are often portrayed as rather mischievous>
Origin and Etymology of elf
Middle English, from Old English ælf; akin to Old Norse alfr elf & perhaps to Latin albus white — more at alb
First Known Use: before 12th century
ELF
Definition of ELF
extremely low frequency
ELF Defined for Kids
elf
playDefinition of elf for Students
elves
\ˈelvz\: an often mischievous fairy
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