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elves
noun
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Definition of elves:

elves (noun):
(in folklore) a small mischievous fairy
a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons.

Synonyms for elves:

elfgnomestrollsbrowniesimpbrowniefairies

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