Meaning & use
sprite
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A small, mischievous supernatural being, such as an elf or fairy.
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In the fairy tale, a sprite guided the lost children through the enchanted forest.
The old story described a river sprite who lured travelers off the path.
A note on using this word
In computing, 'sprite' also refers to a small 2D image or animation used in video games, a sense that has become just as common as the folklore meaning.
Words with a similar meaning
fairypixie
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A small two-dimensional image or animation that is part of a larger scene, especially in video games or digital graphics.
The programmer animated the sprite to walk across the screen.
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