English dictionary
peri
/'p/E/R/i/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a beautiful and graceful girl
Source: WordNet 3.0
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(Persian folklore) a supernatural being descended from fallen angels and excluded from paradise until penance is done
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An imaginary being, male or female, like an elf or fairy, represented as a descendant of fallen angels, excluded from paradise till penance is accomplished.
Source: webster1913