kobold

/ˈkoʊboʊld/
noun
  1. In folklore, a small, mischievous household spirit or goblin, often helpful but sometimes causing trouble.
    • She blamed the missing keys on the kobold that lived in the attic.
    • The old farmhouse was said to be haunted by a playful kobold.
    • According to German legend, a kobold might help with chores if you leave out milk for it.
  2. In fantasy games and fiction, a small, reptilian or goblin-like creature, often a weak enemy.
    • In the game, kobolds are known for setting traps and stealing treasure.
    • The dungeon was crawling with kobolds armed with tiny spears.
    • The adventurers fought a group of kobolds in the dark cave.
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