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A nightmare; a spectre or wraith-like creature in Germanic and particularly Scandinavian folklore; a female demon who torments people in sleep by crouching on their chests or stomachs, or by causing terrifying visions.

A type of god that prevents accomplishment or success.

Any malicious or evil spirit.

Any caviid rodent of genus Dolichotis, common in the Patagonian steppes of Argentina.