Meaning
A human-like spiritual or immaterial being, as opposed to al-ins (people), often invisible but able to manifest in form and also inhabit people or animals; origin of the genie of Western literature, film etc.
Etymology
Origin: Arabic
Derived from Arabic جِنّ (jinn, collective noun) (singular جِنِّيّ (jinniyy)).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles: