민속 동화나 판타지 소설에 등장하는 초자연적인 존재로, 대개 뾰족한 귀와 마법 능력을 지닌 작고 영리한 형체로 묘사됨.
A supernatural creature from folklore and fantasy, typically depicted as a small, human-like being with pointed ears and magical powers.
예문:
"In many classic fairy tales, an elf might help a poor shoemaker complete his work overnight."
"The illustrator drew the elf with pointed ears and a mischievous smile."
"The ancient woods were said to be inhabited by elusive forest elves."
몸집이 작고 장난기가 많으며 활발한 사람이나 아이를 비유적으로 이르는 말.
A small, lively, or mischievous person, especially a child.
예문:
"The toddler was a little elf, constantly hiding his parents' keys just for fun."
"With her short haircut and twinkling eyes, she looked like a woodland elf."