elf

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elf

a supernatural creature of folk tales, typically represented as a small, delicate, elusive figure in human form with pointed ears, magical powers, and a mischievous nature.

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The children believed they saw an elf hiding in the garden.
De kinderen geloofden dat ze een elf zagen verstoppen in de tuin.
In many Christmas stories, Santa's helpers are elves.
In veel kerstverhalen zijn de helpers van de Kerstman elfen.