Meaning
An ambivalent, sometimes vindictive, spirit that is capable of materialising as an object or human, often a child; a sprite.
Etymology
Origin: German
Borrowed from German Kobold. Doublet of cobalt.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2022, 2026.