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Brocken

Noun (German mythology)

A specter or spectral phenomenon in German mythology associated with the Harz Mountains in Germany.

Example Sentence:

The villagers claim to have seen the brocken on moonlit nights, wandering through the mountains.

Noun (Mountain)

A prominent peak in the Harz Mountains, located in northern Germany.

Example Sentence:

The Brocken is the highest peak in the Harz range, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscapes.

Noun (Weather phenomenon)

A type of mountain-top cloud formation that occurs when moist air is forced upward over a mountain peak, creating a cap cloud.

Example Sentence:

As we hiked towards the summit, we were surprised to see a brocken forming, engulfing the peak in a dense fog.

Adjective (Informal)

Describes something that is broken or in a state of disrepair.

Example Sentence:

The old car's brocken engine made it impossible to start.

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