1. a small mythical creature that lives underground and guards treasure
Usage: folklore; mythology
2. a small decorative statue of a bearded dwarf-like figure, typically placed in gardens
3. a wise saying or maxim
Usage: literary; rare

Examples

• The fairy tale featured a gnome who guarded a pot of gold.
• She placed a red-capped gnome beside her rose bushes.
• Garden gnomes have become popular lawn decorations.
• According to legend, gnomes live deep in the earth.
• The old gnome in the story shared his wisdom with travelers.
• My grandmother collected ceramic gnomes for her garden.
• The ancient gnome spoke in riddles and proverbs.