dwarf (Meaning)
dwarf (n)
a person who is markedly small
a legendary creature resembling a tiny old man; lives in the depths of the earth and guards buried treasure
a plant or animal that is atypically small
dwarf (v)
make appear small by comparison
check the growth of
dwarf (n.)
An animal or plant which is much below the ordinary size of its species or kind; especially, a diminutive human being.
dwarf (v. t.)
To hinder from growing to the natural size; to make or keep small; to stunt.
dwarf (v. i.)
To become small; to diminish in size.
Synonyms & Antonyms of dwarf
dwarf Sentence Examples
- In the folklore of many cultures, dwarves are often depicted as small, magical beings with extraordinary abilities.
- The seven dwarfs in the classic fairy tale "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" each have distinct personalities and names like Doc, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, Bashful, Sneezy, and Dopey.
- In J.R.R.
- Tolkien's fictional universe of Middle-earth, dwarves are known for their skill in craftsmanship and their love for gold and precious stones.
- The "Lord of the Rings" trilogy features several memorable dwarf characters, including Gimli, who joins the Fellowship of the Ring on their quest to destroy the One Ring.
- In the Harry Potter series, house-elves like Dobby and Kreacher are often referred to as "dwarves" due to their small stature and magical abilities.
- In mythology, dwarves are sometimes associated with subterranean realms and are often believed to possess vast underground kingdoms.
- In Norse mythology, the dwarfs known as the svartálfar are skilled artisans who forge magical weapons and treasures for the gods.
- In some legends, dwarves are said to possess magical powers or knowledge of secret arts, which they may use to help or hinder mortals.
- Dwarves have been depicted in various forms of art, literature, and popular culture, ranging from classic fairy tales to modern fantasy and science fiction works.
FAQs About the word dwarf
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In the folklore of many cultures, dwarves are often depicted as small, magical beings with extraordinary abilities.
The seven dwarfs in the classic fairy tale "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" each have distinct personalities and names like Doc, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, Bashful, Sneezy, and Dopey.
In J.R.R.
Tolkien's fictional universe of Middle-earth, dwarves are known for their skill in craftsmanship and their love for gold and precious stones.
