Leprechaun

Pronunciation: /ˈlɛprəˌkɔn/

Definitions of leprechaun

noun a type of mischievous fairy in Irish folklore, typically depicted as a small old man wearing a green coat and hat

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a leprechaun in the garden.

A2 The leprechaun left a trail of gold coins behind.

B1 Legend has it that if you catch a leprechaun, he will grant you three wishes.

B2 The mischievous leprechaun played tricks on the villagers.

C1 The leprechaun's pot of gold is said to be hidden at the end of the rainbow.

C2 In Irish folklore, leprechauns are known for their shoemaking skills and love of mischief.

Examples of leprechaun in a Sentence

formal According to Irish folklore, a leprechaun is a type of fairy often depicted as a little old man.

informal I heard a story about a leprechaun hiding pots of gold at the end of rainbows.

slang I can't believe you fell for that prank, you must think I'm a leprechaun!

figurative The elusive leprechaun of success seems to always be just out of reach.

Grammatical Forms of leprechaun

• past tense: leprechauned
• plural: leprechauns
• comparative: more leprechaun
• superlative: most leprechaun
• present tense: leprechauns
• future tense: will leprechaun
• perfect tense: have leprechauned
• continuous tense: is leprechauning
• singular: leprechaun
• positive degree: leprechaun
• infinitive: to leprechaun
• gerund: leprechauning
• participle: leprechauning

Origin and Evolution of leprechaun

First Known Use: 1604 year

Language of Origin: Irish Gaelic

Story behind the word: The word 'leprechaun' originates from Irish folklore and mythology.

Evolution of the word: The term 'leprechaun' has remained relatively consistent in its meaning and usage over time, referring to a type of mischievous fairy in Irish folklore known for their shoemaking skills and hidden pots of gold.