Definition of Elfin
Elfin
El·fin


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Relating to or resembling elves; delicate and charming.

e.g. The elfin creature danced with a gentle, ethereal grace.

(adjective)
small and fragile/delicate in size and build, similar to an elf, usually describing a person;

e.g. She was an elfin young woman who usually dressed in bright colors.

(adjective)
broadly, relating to an elf, for example produced by an elf or having a magical or supernatural quality;

e.g. The story is set in an elfin kingdom populated by fairies and other magical creatures.



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