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  1. Ghoul - Wikipedia

    In folklore, a ghoul (from Arabic: غول, ghūl) is a demon -like being or monstrous humanoid, often associated with graveyards and the consumption of human flesh.

  2. Ghoul | Definition, Mythology, & Meaning | Britannica

    Ghoul, in popular legend, a demonic being believed to inhabit burial grounds and other deserted places. In ancient Arabic folklore, ghouls belonged to a diabolical class of jinn (spirits) and …

  3. GHOUL Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of GHOUL is a legendary evil being that robs graves and feeds on corpses.

  4. Ghoul (Mythical Creature) - Mythical Encyclopedia

    The ghoul is a mythical creature that has its roots in ancient Arabic folklore. The concept of the ghoul is believed to have originated in pre-Islamic Arabian religion, where it was associated …

  5. Ghoul - Supernatural flesh-eater | mythicalcreatures.info

    A ghoul is a mythical creature or evil spirit, often depicted in folklore as a malevolent entity that feeds on human flesh or corpses.

  6. Ghoul | Fallout Wiki | Fandom

    Ghouls are living creatures that have been mutated by exposure to radiation, rather than killed by it. This mutation process, referred to as ghoulification, has demonstrated different effects …

  7. Types of Ghouls Explained | Luxwisp

    Aug 26, 2025 · What Is a Ghoul? A ghoul is traditionally defined as a malevolent creature that feeds on human flesh or the dead. The term can also refer to a grave robber or someone who …

  8. Ghouls – Mythos Anthology

    A Ghoul is a terrifying creature from Middle Eastern folklore and later European mythology, often depicted as an undead or demonic being that feeds on the flesh of the dead or living.

  9. Ghoul - Description, History, Myths and Interpretations

    Sep 29, 2018 · The myth of the ghoul predates Islam, but because the ghoul is mentioned in the Koran the creature is still a source of terror in Arabic culture today. There are several theories …

  10. Ghoul (mythical creature) | Research Starters - EBSCO

    A ghoul is a mythical creature rooted in Arabic folklore, traditionally depicted as a malevolent being that dwells near graveyards and desolate places, consuming the flesh of both the living …