1. plural of pooka: in Irish folklore, mischievous spirits that can take various forms, especially that of a horse
Usage: Irish mythology

Examples

• The old storyteller spoke of pookas that would lead travelers astray on dark nights.
• In Irish tales, pookas often appeared as black horses near bridges and crossroads.
• The children listened wide-eyed to stories about pookas and other magical creatures.
• According to legend, pookas could be helpful or harmful depending on their mood.
• The farmer blamed the pookas when his horses were found far from their pasture.
• Celtic folklore is rich with tales of pookas and their shapeshifting abilities.