gnomes

[US]/nəʊmz/
[UK]/noʊmz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.small humanoid creatures often depicted as guardians; dwarfs or gnomes in folklore; bankers, especially those involved in speculation in financial markets; proverbs or maxims

Phrases & Collocations

garden gnomes

gnomes at play

gnomes in hats

friendly gnomes

gnomes and fairies

gnomes for sale

gnomes in gardens

cute gnomes

gnomes on shelves

collectible gnomes

Example Sentences

gnomes are often depicted in fairy tales.

many people collect gnomes for their gardens.

gnomes are believed to bring good luck.

children love stories about mischievous gnomes.

some gnomes are made of ceramic or plastic.

gnomes often have a distinctive red hat.

in folklore, gnomes are guardians of treasures.

some people believe gnomes can protect their homes.

gnomes are often used as garden decorations.

stories about gnomes vary from culture to culture.

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