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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

nixie

/nɪksi/ noun · British & US
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What does nixie mean?

noun

A mythical creature, often depicted as a female water spirit, or a type of electronic component, such as a vacuum tube or a gas discharge lamp.

Example

"The nixie in the old legend was said to lure sailors to their doom with her enchanting voice."

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