bhoots

/buːts/
noun
  1. Plural of bhoot; ghosts or spirits, especially in South Asian folklore.
    • The old temple was said to be protected from bhoots by a sacred charm.
    • During the storytelling session, everyone shared tales of bhoots they had encountered.
    • The villagers believed that bhoots came out at midnight.
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