noun
- plural of genie; supernatural beings in Arabian and Islamic mythology that can grant wishes when summoned
Usage: mythology; folklore
Examples
- The ancient tales spoke of genies trapped in magical lamps.
- Children love stories about genies granting three wishes.
- The museum displayed bottles said to contain genies.
- In Arabian folklore, genies were powerful supernatural creatures.
- She rubbed the lamp hoping to release one of the genies inside.
- The movie featured friendly genies who helped the main character.