goblin

[ˈɡɑːblɪn]

goblin Definition

• 1. a small, ugly creature in stories that likes to cause trouble or harm people
• 2. a mischievous or malicious person

Using goblin: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "goblin" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The goblin snatched the child and ran away.

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  He's a real goblin when he's angry.

• Example

  She's always playing goblin tricks on her friends.

goblin Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for goblin

• imp
• sprite
• hobgoblin
• bogeyman
• monster

Phrases with goblin

• goblin market

  a poem by Christina Rossetti, first published in 1862, about two sisters and their encounters with goblin merchants

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• goblin shark

  a rare species of deep-sea shark with a distinctive protruding snout

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• green goblin

  a fictional supervillain appearing in Marvel Comics, primarily as an enemy of Spider-Man

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Summary: goblin in Brief

A 'goblin' [ˈɡɑːblɪn] is a small, ugly creature in stories that likes to cause trouble or harm people. It can also refer to a mischievous or malicious person. Examples include 'The goblin snatched the child and ran away.' and 'She's always playing goblin tricks on her friends.'