noun
- a small, mischievous fairy or elf in folklore
- a person, especially a child, who is small and playful
Usage: informal
Examples
- The children’s book featured a friendly pixie who lived in the garden.
- According to legend, pixies would lead travelers astray in the forest.
- She decorated her room with pictures of fairies and pixies.
- The little girl looked like a pixie with her short hair and bright eyes.
- Pixies are often depicted wearing pointed hats and green clothing.
- Her pixie-like laugh filled the room with joy.