chindi

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

Borrowed from Navajo chʼį́įdii.

Pronunciation

Noun

chindi (plural chindis or chindi)

  2. (Navajo mythology) A harmful ghost believed to leave the body upon death and linger near the deceased's possessions.

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