Meaning of the word fairy in English

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fairy

US /ˈfer.i/

UK /ˈfer.i/

a small imaginary being of human form that has magical powers, especially a female one with wings.

Example:

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The little girl believed in tooth fairies.

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She dressed up as a beautiful fairy for the party.

Synonym:

sprite pixie elf goblin gnome

(of a man) effeminate or homosexual.

Example:

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He was called a fairy by some bullies.

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The term 'fairy' used in this context is offensive.

Synonym:

queer faggot homosexual gay

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fairy tale tooth fairy fairy godmother