Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fairies

noun

/ˈfɛəriːz/

Definition

Mythical beings with magical powers, often depicted as tiny, humanoid creatures with wings.

Examples

The garden was filled with fairy lights that twinkled like stars.
According to the legend, the fairies danced under the moonlight every night.
She told her children bedtime stories about fairies and their adventures in enchanted woods.

Meaning

Fairies are often associated with nature and are said to have the ability to perform magic. They appear in various folklore and fairy tales, typically as benevolent beings that help humans, although they can sometimes be mischievous.