jinn
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/dʒɪn/
supernatural spirit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'jinn' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'jinnī,' where 'jinn' meant 'hidden or concealed.'
Historical Evolution
'jinnī' transformed into the English word 'jinn' through Arabic influence on English vocabulary.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'hidden or concealed spirit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'supernatural being in Islamic mythology.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a supernatural being in Islamic mythology, often depicted as a spirit capable of appearing in human or animal forms and influencing human affairs.
In many tales, a jinn grants wishes to those who summon it.
Synonyms
geniespirit
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/06/02 23:20