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gremlins

The correct spelling is gremlins.

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noun

Say it like: Gre-mli-ns

The correct spelling is gremlins. A mythical creature reputed to be mischievously inclined to damage or dismantle machinery. For example: "We rechecked everything, and we suspect gremlins in the database."

Usage Examples

We rechecked everything, and we suspect gremlins in the database.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A mythical creature reputed to be mischievously inclined to damage or dismantle machinery.
  2. 2.(by extension) Any mysterious, unknown source of trouble or mischief.
  3. 3.A young inexperienced surfer.

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