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golem


Definition of golem

noun

  • (in Jewish legend) a clay figure brought to life by magic.
  • an automaton or robot.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Yiddish goylem, from Hebrew gōlem 'shapeless mass'

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Definition of golem in the US English dictionary