kobold
/ˈkoʊboʊld/
noun
- 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.
- 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.