mountain spirits
Peak-dwelling supernatural beings
Mountain spirits are supernatural beings believed to inhabit mountains in various folk traditions worldwide.
They may be guardians, tricksters, or dangerous entities—protecting peaks, misleading travelers, or controlling weather.
The term also refers to alcoholic beverages distilled in mountainous regions, especially illicit whiskey: He brought back some mountain spirits from his trip to Appalachia.
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