genie

• Существительное, обозначающее сверхъестественное существо, часто изображаемое как дух или демон, которое можно призвать для исполнения желаний, обычно встречающееся в ближневосточном фольклоре и историях, таких как «Аладдин».

A noun referring to a supernatural being, often depicted as a spirit or demon, that can be summoned to grant wishes, commonly found in Middle Eastern folklore and stories like Aladdin.

1. Mythical spiritA2formal

   A supernatural being in Arabian folklore, often depicted as a spirit trapped in a lamp or bottle that grants wishes.

   Джинн

   • The genie appeared from the lamp and offered three wishes.
   • In the story, the genie was bound to serve its master.
   • Aladdin released the genie and became rich.

   Synonymsdjinnjinni

2. Metaphorical source of powerB2informal

   A person or thing that provides sudden, magical-like help or solutions.

   Волшебный помощник

   • The new software was like a genie for our productivity.
   • She acted as a genie, solving all our problems instantly.
   • The grant money was a genie for the struggling project.

   Synonymsfairy godmothermagicianmiracle workerwizard