Leprechaun
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɛpɹəkɔːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Leprechaun is a noun meaning (Ireland, folklore) One of a race of elves that can reveal hidden treasure to those who catch them.
Meaning
(Ireland, folklore) One of a race of elves that can reveal hidden treasure to those who catch them.
More Meanings
- (offensive, slang, ethnic slur) An Irish person.
Example Sentences
Do you not catch the tiny clamour, / Busy click of an elfin hammer, / Voice of the leprechaun singing shrill, / As he merrily plies his trade?
Word Forms
- leprechauns
- lepracaun
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include goblin, elf, brownie, sidhe, bodach, loon.
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