"Lob Lie-by-the-fire" meaning in English

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Proper name

Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=Lob Lie-by-the-fire}} Lob Lie-by-the-fire
  1. (mythology) A hairy man in English folklore, similar to the brownie, said to perform housework in return for a saucer of milk and a place beside the fire. Wikipedia link: Lubber fiend Categories (topical): Individuals, Mythology Synonyms: lubber fiend, lubberkin, Lob-lie-by-the-fire, Lob Lie-by-the-Fire

Alternative forms

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