elfish
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elf·ish
(ĕl′fĭsh) also elv·ish (ĕl′vĭsh)adj.
1. Of or relating to elves.
2. Prankish; mischievous.
elf′ish·ly adv.
elf′ish·ness n.
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elfish
(ˈɛlfɪʃ) orelvish
adj
of, relating to, or like an elf or elves; charmingly mischievous or sprightly; impish
n
(European Myth & Legend) the supposed language of elves
ˈelfishly, ˈelvishly adv
ˈelfishness, ˈelvishness n
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Adj. | 1. | elfish - usually good-naturedly mischievous; "perpetrated a practical joke with elfin delight"; "elvish tricks" playful - full of fun and high spirits; "playful children just let loose from school" |
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