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dwarfs

 

[ dwɔːfs ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

fantasy characters

Dwarfs are mythical creatures in folklore and fairy tales, typically depicted as small, bearded men who live underground and are skilled craftsmen. They are often associated with mining and are known for their strength and resilience.

Synonyms

elves, gnomes, goblins

Examples of usage

  • They encountered a group of dwarfs in the dark cave.
  • The dwarfs worked tirelessly in their underground forges.
  • The seven dwarfs from Snow White are popular characters in fairy tales.
Context #2 | Noun

astronomy

In astronomy, a dwarf is a celestial body that is smaller than a planet but does not orbit another planet. Examples of dwarfs include dwarf planets like Pluto and Ceres, as well as dwarf stars like red dwarfs.

Synonyms

minor planet, small celestial body

Examples of usage

  • Pluto was reclassified as a dwarf planet in 2006.
  • Dwarf stars are the most common type of stars in the universe.
Context #3 | Verb

to make appear small

To dwarf means to make something else seem small or insignificant in comparison. It can also refer to something that is extremely large in size, overshadowing everything else.

Synonyms

dominate, overshadow, tower over

Examples of usage

  • The skyscrapers dwarfed the surrounding buildings.
  • Her talent as a musician dwarfed that of her peers.

Translations

Translations of the word "dwarfs" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anões

🇮🇳 बौने

🇩🇪 Zwerge

🇮🇩 kurcaci

🇺🇦 карлики

🇵🇱 krasnoludki

🇯🇵 小人 (こびと)

🇫🇷 nains

🇪🇸 enanos

🇹🇷 cüceler

🇰🇷 난쟁이 (nan-jaeng-i)

🇸🇦 الأقزام (al'aqzam)

🇨🇿 trpaslíci

🇸🇰 trpaslíci

🇨🇳 矮人 (ǎi rén)

🇸🇮 palčki

🇮🇸 dvergar

🇰🇿 ергежейлер

🇬🇪 ჯუჯები

🇦🇿 cırtdanlar

🇲🇽 enanos

Etymology

The term 'dwarf' has its origins in Old English 'dweorg' and Old Norse 'dvergr', both referring to a mythical being. Over time, the word came to be associated with small stature or size. In astronomy, the classification of dwarf planets and stars has added a new dimension to the word's meaning.

See also: dwarf, dwarves.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,163, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.