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muggle

|mug-gle|

B2

/ˈmʌɡəl/

non-magical person

Etymology
Etymology Information

'muggle' originates from the English language, specifically popularized by J.K. Rowling in the 'Harry Potter' series, where it refers to non-magical people.

Historical Evolution

The term 'muggle' was popularized in the late 20th century by J.K. Rowling's 'Harry Potter' series and has since been adopted into broader English usage.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a non-magical person' in the context of the 'Harry Potter' series, but it has evolved to mean someone who lacks a particular skill or is not involved in a particular field.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who lacks a particular skill or is not involved in a particular activity or field, especially in the context of magic.

In the wizarding world, a muggle is someone who cannot perform magic.

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Last updated: 2025/03/01 19:06