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lutin

elf, sprite

noun lew-TEHN Rare

Usage Note

lutin describes a mischievous fairy-tale creature, similar to a goblin or pixie. It is also used affectionately for a mischievous child: quel petit lutin! (what a little rascal!). The feminine lutine exists but is rare; lutiner (to tease, to flirt with) is a derived verb.

Examples

"Les lutins jouent des tours aux villageois."

Natural Translation

The elves play tricks on the villagers.

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