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elf

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

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The first known use of elf was before the 12th century

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“Elf.” The Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elf. Accessed 15 December 2019.

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