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   pol·ter·geist

   /ˈpōltərˌɡīst/

   noun

   • 1. a ghost or other supernatural being supposedly responsible for physical disturbances such as loud noises and objects thrown around.

   Word Origin mid 19th century: from German Poltergeist, from poltern ‘create a disturbance’ + Geist ‘ghost’.

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › PoltergeistPoltergeist - Wikipedia

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   In German folklore and ghostlore, a poltergeist ( / ˈpoʊltərˌɡaɪst / or / ˈpɒltərˌɡaɪst /; German: [ˈpɔltɐɡaɪ̯st] ⓘ; 'rumbling ghost' or 'noisy spirit') is a type of ghost or spirit that is responsible for physical disturbances, such as loud noises and objects being moved or destroyed.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › poltergeistPoltergeist Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   A poltergeist is a noisy usually mischievous ghost held to be responsible for unexplained noises (such as rappings). Learn the origin, synonyms, examples, and related words of poltergeist from the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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5. theconversation.com › eight-things-you-need-to-know-aboutEight things you need to know about poltergeists – just in time...

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   Oct 26, 2017 · Poltergeists are noisy or unruly spirits or energies that cause disturbances in the physical environment. Learn about the origin of the term, the types of poltergeist activity, the famous cases and the possible explanations.

6. www.britannica.com › topic › poltergeist-occultismPoltergeist | Paranormal, Supernatural, Haunting | Britannica

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   Jun 28, 2024 · A poltergeist is a disembodied spirit or supernatural force that causes noises, movements, or breakage of household items. Learn about the origin, meaning, and examples of poltergeist phenomena from Britannica.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPOLTERGEIST | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   A poltergeist is a spirit or force that moves furniture and throws objects around in a house. Learn more about the meaning, pronunciation and translations of poltergeist from Cambridge Dictionary.

8. www.dictionary.com › browse › poltergeistPOLTERGEIST Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Poltergeist definition: a ghost or spirit supposed to manifest its presence by noises, knockings, etc.. See examples of POLTERGEIST used in a sentence.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPOLTERGEIST | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   POLTERGEIST meaning: 1. a spirit or force that moves furniture and throws objects around in a house 2. a spirit or force…. Learn more.