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Definition of Sprights
1. spright [n] - See also: spright
Lexicographical Neighbors of Sprights
Literary usage of Sprights
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Remaines of Gentilisme and Judaisme by John Aubrey (1881)
"With gifts in hands, whose rites Are proper to appease deceased sprights.i Tilting.
" Chariotry is one of the antiquated Modes of Chivalry. ..."
2. Etymologicon Magnum, Or Universal Etymological Dictionary, on a New Plan by Walter Whiter (1800)
"... the popular story of these ill-omen'd Birds; and has ranked them among the
sprights and the Goblins. " Dromio. O for my beads! I cross me for a sinner. ..."
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