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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ghoul

/ɡuːl/ noun · British & US
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What does ghoul mean?

noun

A creature in folklore, often depicted as a monstrous or evil being that feeds on human flesh, especially the flesh of the dead. A person who delights in or is fascinated by death or the macabre.

Example

"The movie featured a ghoul who preyed on the living."

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