Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gremlin
noun
/ˈɡrɛm.lɪn/
Definition
A mischievous creature, often described as a small, elusive being that causes problems or malfunctions, especially in machinery.
Examples
- The pilot blamed the plane’s failure on a gremlin in the system.
- In folklore, gremlins are known for their disruptive behavior.
- He joked that the computer was haunted by a gremlin every time it froze.
Meaning
Gremlins are often associated with causing minor disturbances, particularly in the context of technology and machinery. They are fictional beings that have been popularized in literature and film as troublemakers.
Synonyms
- imp
- goblin
- troublemaker
- mischief-maker
