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
  • Directed by Jon Favreau, the 2003 movie stars Will Ferrell as Buddy, a human who was accidentally raised by Santa's elves at the North Pole.
    Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
  • How many gifts did Santa have, Before the elves begun?
    Erik Kain, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of elves
Noun
  • It can also be used for brownies or sandwich cookies.
    Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
  • The flavors feature molasses cookies, brownies, and cinnamon.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of brownies
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