Robin Goodfellow

noun

Rob·​in Good·​fel·​low ˈrä-bən-ˈgu̇d-ˌfe-(ˌ)lō How to pronounce Robin Goodfellow (audio)
: a mischievous sprite in English folklore

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Robin: The infamous Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream is also known as Robin Goodfellow. Kara Nesvig, Parents, 14 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1531, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Robin Goodfellow was in 1531

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“Robin Goodfellow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Robin%20Goodfellow. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.

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