Hobgoblin
Hobgoblin noun - An imaginary being usually having a small human form and magical powers.
Usage example: in Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream, Puck is a hobgoblin who plays pranks such as spoiling milk and tripping old ladies
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Synonyms for Hobgoblin
Nixie
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