Definition of Elfin
Elfin
elf·in


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
resembling a small, mischievous, and mysterious supernatural creature (an elf), especially in being strangely or playfully charming and attractive;

e.g. He wore an elfin grin as he told us to follow him.

(adjective)
small and fragile/delicate in size and build, similar to an elf, usually describing a person;

e.g. She was an elfin young woman who usually dressed in bright colors.

(adjective)
broadly, relating to an elf, for example produced by an elf or having a magical or supernatural quality;

e.g. The story is set in an elfin kingdom populated by fairies and other magical creatures.



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