kelpies

noun

Definition of kelpiesnext
plural of kelpie
as in dwarves

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  1. goblins
  2. elves
  3. brownies
Noun
  • The grandfather is eventually kidnapped by goblins, forcing the siblings to find and rescue him while a witch named Muriel plans to unleash a powerful demon named Bahamut, which could mean the end of the world.
    Katcy Stephan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Even some of the little neighborhood goblins stayed home – possibly to watch television.
    Jeff Suess, The Enquirer, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of goblins
Noun
  • The elves have been busy getting toys ready for you and all the little boys and girls.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
  • New Bern Tours offers historic tours year-round, as well as a Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express event during the holiday season, complete with caroling and Santa’s elves.
    Trudy Haywood Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of elves
Noun
  • Whip up a batch of box brownies or create mouthwatering confections from scratch—either way, little bites give your guests the option to delicately graze or dive into something more substantial.
    Rai Mincey, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Use it to line sheet pans to ensure your cookies cook evenly and the bottoms don't get too brown, or place it inside your square or round pans for brownies and cakes that will pop out easily after they're baked.
    Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of brownies
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