Pixie
1. Parts of Speech:
Noun
2. Definitions:
- A mythical creature in folklore typically depicted as small, mischievous, and having pointed ears and a pointed hat.
- A small, pert, or mischievous person.
- A type of hairstyle in which the hair is cropped very short.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /ˈpɪk.si/
- UK: /ˈpɪk.si/
4. Origin and Usage:
The word "pixie" originated from the Cornish language and was first recorded in English in the 17th century. It initially referred to a fairy or elf, often depicted as mischievous and playful. Over time, the term has also been used to describe a small, pert, or mischievous person. In modern usage, "pixie" can also refer to a type of short hairstyle that is cropped close to the head.
5. Synonyms:
- Fairy
- Elf
- Imp
- Gnome
- Sprite
6. Related Words:
- Fairy
- Elfie
- Gnome
- Impel
- Sprite
7. Example Sentences:
- The children laughed as they chased after the elusive pixie in the garden.
- Shes such a little pixie, always getting into mischief.
- She decided to get a pixie cut for the summer to stay cool in the heat.