Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jinni

Noun

/ˈdʒɪni/

Definition

A supernatural creature in Arabian and Islamic mythology that is capable of granting wishes.

Examples

The tale of Aladdin features a famous jinni who grants wishes to the protagonist.
In folklore, encountering a jinni can lead to both fortune and misfortune.

Meaning

Jinn, or jinni, are beings created from smokeless fire in Islamic belief, often possessing magical powers and can take different forms, including that of a human.