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knife-ear

(fantasy, slang, derogatory) An elf.

ˈnifiˈɛɹDocumented since 2000s2000sGen Z115 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(fantasy, slang, derogatory) An elf.

You've a lot of nerve, knife-ears. This'll go badly for you.
Origin: From an allusion to the pointed ears common in fantasy depictions of elves. Popularised by Dragon Age: Origins (2009) and its subsequent use in the Dragon Age franchise. Possibly influenced by the earlier round-ear. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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