Entity: WRAITH
A wraith is an apparition or spirit of a dead person, often represented as a pale, transparent image. It can also refer to the phantom or vision of a living person about to die. In slang, 'wraith' is used to describe an expensive car that looks shady or ghostly, typically in a dark color like black.
WRAITH
Etymology
The term 'wraith' originates from Old English and Scottish dialects, referring to an apparition or phantom.
Definition
A wraith is an ethereal entity, whether a ghostly figure of the dead or a mysterious, expensive car with a dark and ominous appearance.
Historical Context
Throughout history, wraiths have been depicted in folklore and literature as spirits of the deceased or omens of impending death.
Cultural Significance
Wraiths hold cultural significance as symbols of the supernatural and the afterlife, appearing in various myths and legends.
Related Concepts
Related concepts include ghosts, spirits, apparitions, and other supernatural entities.
See Also
- Ghost
- Phantom
- Specter
An ethereal entity, whether a ghostly figure of the dead or a mysterious, expensive car with a dark and ominous appearance.