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noun
A small, mischievous humanoid creature in Iberian (Spanish/Portuguese), Latin American, and Philippine folklore/mythology; an imp.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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noun
Heightened inspiration or passion, especially in flamenco.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Topics: art, arts
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noun
Personal charm.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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History
Borrowed from Spanish duende and (especially in reference to Portuguese or Brazilian folklore) Portuguese duende. Doublet of duwende.
