"Legolas" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Legolases [plural]
Etymology: From the character in the Lord of the Rings series. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Legolas (plural Legolases)
  1. An effective archer, especially a handsome male. Wikipedia link: Lord of the Rings
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