noun
- Plural of djin; supernatural beings in Islamic and Arabian mythology, typically made of fire and capable of shapeshifting.
Usage: Also spelled 'jinn' or 'genies' in English; Often depicted in folklore and fantasy literature
Examples
- In Arabian tales, djins were powerful creatures that could grant wishes.
- The ancient stories described djins as beings of pure fire and smoke.
- Many legends feature djins trapped in bottles or lamps.
- The sorcerer summoned djins to aid him in his quest.
- Djins appear frequently in Middle Eastern folklore and mythology.