gremlin
/ˈɡɹɛm.lɪn/
noun
- 1
A mythical creature reputed to be mischievously inclined to damage or dismantle machinery.
- 2
(by extension) Any mysterious, unknown source of trouble or mischief.
“We rechecked everything, and we suspect gremlins in the database.”
- 3
A young inexperienced surfer.
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