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Word of the Day: Ghoul
Halloween is a time to suspend your disbelief, have spooky fun, and tell scary stories.
One word you might hear often during this season is ghoul.
And now I’m going to explain exactly what a ghoul is.
A ghoul is a mythical creature from old stories and legends.
The word ghoul comes from Arabic folklore, where it describes an evil spirit or monster that eats dead bodies.
This is the stuff of horror stories.
In modern English, a ghoul is often used to mean any creepy, ghost-like creature that haunts graveyards or dark places.
Ghouls are a popular part of Halloween because they add a sense of fright and excitement.
You can use the word ghoul in many ways.
For example, you might say, “The haunted house was full of ghouls and ghosts,” or “I dressed up as a ghoul for Halloween.”
Sometimes, people use ghoul to describe someone who is fascinated by dark or morbid things, such as scary movies or graveyards.
Ghouls are not just monsters in stories.
They also appear in movies, TV shows, and video games. During Halloween, you might see decorations that show ghouls rising from the ground or hiding in the shadows.
Some people even carve pumpkins with ghoul faces to make their homes look extra spooky.
No matter if you like dressing up as a ghoul or sharing spooky stories, these mythical creatures help make Halloween more exciting.
Just remember, a ghoul is not a real monster, but a terrifying character that adds to the mystery and excitement of the holiday.
This Halloween, keep an eye out for ghouls, but don’t become one yourself!
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