Beld
/bɛld/noun
A Scottish term referring to a female spirit or witch, often associated with the supernatural.
Did you know?The term 'Beld' is linked to local folklore that depicts witches as powerful beings capable of influencing fate and weather, reflecting deep-rooted fears and reverence for the supernatural.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
OE
beld
“Referring to a witch or female spirit, often used in folk tales.”
Middle English
ME
belde
“A term for a female supernatural entity, echoing ancient beliefs in magic.”
16th Century
Scots
beld
“A term used in Scottish dialects to denote a female spirit or witch.”
Modern English
English
beld
“Retained in folklore as a reference to witches and spirits, embodying cultural fears.”