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jinni

/ˈdʒɪn.i/
jin · ni
Plural:jinn
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• noun

1

In Arabian and Muslim mythology, an intelligent supernatural being created from smokeless fire that is capable of assuming human or animal form and exercising supernatural influence over people.

Example

"According to the ancient folktale, a powerful jinni inhabited the desert ruins and granted favors to lost travelers."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In Arabic, "jinni" (also spelled "djinni") is the singular form and "jinn" (or "djinn") is the collective plural, though in English "jinn" is frequently used as a singular noun as well.

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• Nearby Words

jingle
jingly
jinn
jinni
jinsha
jinx
jitter

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic "jinnī", the singular form of "jinn" (meaning spirits or demons), which also influenced the French translation of the "Arabian Nights" that popularized the English word "genie".

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jinni. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jinni
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