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/ˈpoʊl.tɚˌɡaɪst/ · noun
(parapsychology) An unseen ghost which makes noises and causes disruption, especially by causing physical objects to move or fly about..
A poltergeist haunts the house by moving objects around, making chain-rattling noises and throwing things.
The chapel is haunted by a demonic poltergeist.
I risk becoming nothing more than a common poltergeist wallowing in regrets and introspection and other terrible things.
"Perhaps even a small poltergeist might come your way. Any trifle would be welcome." His bull's bellow of laughter followed them into the lift.
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Poltergeist means (parapsychology) An unseen ghost which makes noises and causes disruption, especially by causing physical objects to move or fly about..
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A poltergeist haunts the house by moving objects around, making chain-rattling noises and throwing things.
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