Wordle Answer for January 9, 2023
PIXIE was the Wordle answer for January 9, 2023. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
PIXIE
What pixie means
A small, mischievous fairy or sprite from folklore, typically depicted as a tiny humanlike creature with pointed ears and magical powers.
Where the word comes from
Pixie's origin is uncertain, but it likely comes from the Cornish word "piskies," referring to fairy-like creatures in Cornish folklore. The term may derive from Old French "pic" (magpie), though the connection remains disputed among etymologists. English speakers adopted the word in the 16th century to describe the mischievous sprites of West Country legend.
Hints for January 9, 2023
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Synonyms of pixie
- hob
- gremlin
- pixy
- pyxie
- pyxidanthera barbulata
- brownie
- elf
- imp
Used in a sentence
The mischievous _____ in the garden kept moving our garden gnomes to different spots overnight.
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