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1pixie
noun pix·ie \ˈpik-sē\
: an imaginary creature that looks like a small person and has magical powers
plural pix·ies
Full Definition of PIXIE
1
: fairy; specifically : a cheerful mischievous sprite
2
: a usually petite vivacious woman or girl
— pix·ie·ish \-sē-ish\ adjective
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Variants of PIXIE
pix·ie also pixy \ˈpik-sē\
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Origin of PIXIE
origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1630
Related to PIXIE
2pixie
adjective
Definition of PIXIE
: playfully mischievous
— pixi·ness noun
Variants of PIXIE
pixie also pixy
First Known Use of PIXIE
1943
PIXIE Defined for Kids
pixie
noun pix·ie \ˈpik-sē\
plural pix·ies
Definition of PIXIE for Kids
: a mischievous elf or fairy
Variants of PIXIE
pix·ie also pixy \ˈpik-sē\
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