Associations to the word «Gremlin»

Wiktionary

GREMLIN, noun. A mythical creature reputed to be mechanically and mischievously inclined to damage or dismantle machinery.
GREMLIN, noun. (by extension) Any mysterious, unknown source of trouble or mischief.

Dictionary definition

GREMLIN, noun. (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous.

Wise words

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