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afrits

|af-rits|

/ˈæfɹɪts/

(afrit)

malevolent spirit

Base Form	Plural
afrit	afrits

Etymology

Etymology Information

'afrit' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'عفريت' (ʿifrīt), where 'عفريت' meant 'demon' or 'evil spirit'.

Historical Evolution

'عفريت' transformed into the English word 'afrit' through transliteration and adaptation.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'demon' or 'evil spirit', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a powerful demon or spirit in Arabic mythology, often associated with the underworld and known for its malevolent nature.

The ancient tales spoke of afrits that haunted the desert sands.

Synonyms

djinngeniespirit

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Last updated: 2025/05/25 13:06