Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boggart
Noun
/ˈbɒɡ.ɑːt/
Definition
A boggart is a mischievous and troublesome creature from English folklore, often depicted as a shapeshifter that causes chaos.
Examples
- The old house was haunted by a boggart, making strange noises at night.
- In the story, the boggart transformed into a large dog to scare the villagers.
- Some believed that leaving out food would appease the boggart.
Meaning
In literature and tradition, a boggart is known to play tricks on humans, often residing in homes or wild places and causing disturbances.
Synonyms
- Brownie
- Elf
- Goblin
- Sprite
