Lexical entry
コボルト
koboruto
An evil spirit or goblin from German folklore, often appearing in fantasy settings.
Arts & EntertainmentPure GairaigoSource: German
Meaning
A spirit or sprite originating from German mythology, commonly depicted in modern fantasy as a small, mischievous, or malevolent creature.
- German folklore spirit
- fantasy creature
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