"Ringwraith" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Ringwraiths [plural]
Etymology: From ring + wraith, coined by J. R. R. Tolkien as a fantasy character in The Lord of the Rings. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|ring|wraith}} ring + wraith Head templates: {{en-noun}} Ringwraith (plural Ringwraiths)
  1. (fantasy) Anyone who keeps a magical ring, and is enslaved thereby, and may also be rendered invisible and immortal thereby. Wikipedia link: The Lord of the Rings Categories (topical): Fantasy, Fictional abilities, Fictional characters, J. R. R. Tolkien, Stock characters Synonyms: Nazgul
    Sense id: en-Ringwraith-en-noun-FXDhNOvP Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries, Immortality Topics: fantasy

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