Gremlin

noun

/ˈɡɹɛm.lɪn/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounA mythical creature reputed to be mischievously inclined to damage or dismantle machinery.

2.noun(by extension) Any mysterious, unknown source of trouble or mischief.

"We rechecked everything, and we suspect gremlins in the database."

3.nounA young inexperienced surfer.

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