greenskin

English

/ˈɡɹiːnskɪn/, /ˈɡɹinskɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • (fantasy) One of several distinct green-skinned creatures often grouped together, such as orcs, goblins and (sometimes) trolls.

Etymology

Compound from English green + English skin.

Origin

English

skin

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