pl n (European Myth & Legend) folklore small supernatural beings, such as elves, pixies, or leprechauns
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n.pl. 1. (in folklore) small, imaginary beings, as elves, fairies, or leprechauns. 2. the common people, esp. workers, small merchants, or the like, who lead conventional, presumably unremarkable lives. 3. small children. 4. midgets or dwarfs. [1720–30]