Devels

/ˈdevəlz/ noun

Definition

Plural of devel, possibly a dialectal or archaic term for small devils or mischievous creatures (if devel exists as a variant of devil).

Etymology

Uncertain; possibly a plural form related to develin or devel as a variant of devil, though this term is extremely rare in modern English.

Kelly Says

This word is so obscure it barely appears in any dictionary—it might be a regional dialect word or a historical variant that linguists have mostly lost track of, making it a genuine puzzle!

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