Meaning of elf in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɛlf/

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  1. Noun

    elf

    Etymology

    Old English, of Germanic origin; related to German Alp‘nightmare’

    Definitions

    1. (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
  2. 2. below 3 kilohertz

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