wight

/waɪt/
noun
  1. A supernatural being or creature, especially in folklore or fantasy.
    • She read a book about mythical wights that live in the hills.
    • In the old stories, a wight haunted the dark forest and frightened travelers.
    • The game features a ghostly wight that guards the ancient treasure.
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