Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
redcap
noun
/ˈrɛd.kæp/
Definition
A redcap is a type of supernatural being known in folklore, particularly in England and Scotland, reputed to haunt ruins, especially in the border areas.
Examples
- The legend spoke of a redcap who guarded the ancient castle.
- He was known as a redcap, always sporting his bright red hat on the job.
Meaning
The term ‘redcap’ can also refer to a laborer who wears a distinctive red cap, especially in the context of the railway industry.
Synonyms
- goblin
- elf
- laborer
