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gnome
I. \ˈnōm, -ōˌmē\ noun
(plural gnomes \-ōmz, -ōˌmēz\ ; or gno·mae \-ōˌmē\)
Etymology: Greek gnōmē maxim, opinion, intelligence, from gignōskein to know — more at know
: a brief reflection or maxim : aphorism, proverb
II. \ˈnōm\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: French, from New Latin gnomus
1. : an ageless often deformed dwarf creature of folklore conceived as living in the earth and usually guarding precious ores or treasure
2. : a dry wizened little old man
< a gnarled, unshaven gnome — Truman Capote > |