Fairy (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, plural fair·ies orfae for 1.
  1. (in folklore) one of a class of supernatural beings, generally conceived as having a diminutive human form and possessing magical powers with which they intervene in human affairs.
  2. a contemptuous term used to refer to a gay man.
adjective
  1. of or relating to fairies: fairy magic.
  2. of the nature of a fairy; fairylike.
  3. fairy green.
noun plural fairies
  1. an imaginary supernatural being, usually represented in diminutive human form and characterized as clever, playful, and having magical powers
  2. a male homosexual
  3. out of touch with reality
adjective (prenominal)
  1. of or relating to a fairy or fairies
  2. resembling a fairy or fairies, esp in being enchanted or delicate
Fairy (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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