Meaning & use

Loki

proper noun·Advanced

A trickster god in Norse mythology, known for cunning, mischief, and shifting loyalties among the gods.

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In Norse mythology, Loki tricks the other gods repeatedly, causing both mischief and real disaster.

Many modern stories reimagine Loki as a complicated antihero rather than a simple villain.

A note on using this word

Loki gained wide popularity beyond mythology through Marvel comics and films, which adapt the character quite freely.

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