Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From Old English ielfisċ. Equivalent to elf +‎ -yssh.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈɛlviʃ/, /ˈalviʃ/

Adjective

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elvyssh

  1. elfish, elven
  2. unusual

Descendants

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  • English: elvish

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