Marid
/ˈmærɪd/noun
In Islamic folklore, a marid is a powerful class of rebellious jinn, often described as especially formidable or arrogant.
Did you know?In Arabic tradition, marids are among the most formidable jinn, and the word is linked to the root for rebellion and obstinate defiance, not a cute fantasy creature.
Etymological Timeline
Classical Arabic
Arabic
مارد (mārid)
“rebellious, defiant; a powerful rebellious jinni”
Medieval Arabic
Arabic
مارد (mārid)
“a rebellious demon or jinni in folklore”
Late Medieval Islamic Literature
Arabic
mārid
“a specific class of powerful, recalcitrant jinn”
Modern English
English
marid
“a rebellious jinn, especially in fantasy or folklore contexts”