kupfernickel

Meanings

• A mineral consisting primarily of copper. It was once used as a coin in Germany.

  - "The kupfernickel ore was rich in copper."
  - "The collectors of ancient coins were excited to find a kupfernickel coin in their collection."

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Rhymes

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nickel , hickory , mickery , pickanick

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Homophones

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1. home
   

2. horse
   

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Variants

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Copernicus , Mikołaj Kopernik , Nicolaus Copernicus , Niklas Koppernigk

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Forms

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verb: kupfernickel, meaning to behave mischievously or to cause trouble like a kupfernickel goblin.

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Etymology

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The name 'kupfernickel' comes from the German words 'Kupfer' meaning copper and 'Nickel' meaning devil or nickname. Thus, 'kupfernickel' can be translated to 'Devil's copper' or 'Nickel devil's copper' in English.

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1. Goblins: Goblins are small supernatural creatures that are often depicted as mischievous and malevolent beings. They are usually depicted as small, grotesque creatures with green or blue skin, pointed ears, and long noses. Goblins are believed to inhabit the forests, mountains, and caves of the world, where they cause mischief and trouble for unsuspecting travelers.

2. Supernatural Creatures: Supernatural creatures are beings that are not of this world or are beings that possess extraordinary powers or abilities. These creatures can be found in various mythologies, folklore, and works of fiction. Some common examples of supernatural creatures include vampires, werewolves, ghosts, goblins, and faeries.

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Culture

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In German folklore, the kupfernickel is believed to be a mischievous goblin that enjoys causing trouble for humans. He is often depicted as a small, round, and stout creature with a mischievous grin on its face. The kupfernickel is believed to bring good luck and fortune to those who manage to outwit and capture it.

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