Gnomes: meaning, definitions and examples

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gnomes

 

[ nษ™สŠmz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fantasy creatures

Gnomes are mythical creatures typically depicted as small, bearded men who live underground. They are often associated with earth and nature, and are known for their wisdom and connection to the earth.

Synonyms

dwarves, fairies, sprites

Examples of usage

  • Gnomes are said to be guardians of the earth's treasures.
  • The garden was filled with whimsical gnomes holding lanterns.
Context #2 | Noun

computing

In computing, gnomes refer to small programs or applications that provide specific functions or tools to enhance the user experience on a computer system.

Synonyms

plugins, tools, widgets

Examples of usage

  • The system tray is populated with various gnomes for quick access to settings.
  • Users can customize their desktop with different gnomes for productivity.

Translations

Translations of the word "gnomes" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gnomos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅŒเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zwerge

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ manusia kerdil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฝะพะผะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gnomy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŽใƒผใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gnomes

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gnomos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cรผceler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ธ์›€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃู‚ุฒุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trpaslรญci

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trpaslรญci

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไพๅ„’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ palฤki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dvergar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตั€ะณะตะถะตะนะปั–ะปะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒฃแƒฏแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cinlษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gnomos

Etymology

The word 'gnome' originated from the Renaissance period in Europe, where it was used to describe earth elementals in alchemy and mysticism. These creatures were believed to possess hidden knowledge and were protectors of secret treasures. Over time, the concept of gnomes evolved into the modern depictions seen in folklore and fantasy literature, where they are often portrayed as small, friendly beings with a connection to nature.

See also: gnome.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,585 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.