도깨비불
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「명사」 Noun
• ignis fatuus
Refers to the mysterious, pale lights seen over marshes, also known as will-o'-the-wisps, which are often linked to folklore as mischievous spirits luring travelers astray, though scientifically they're believed to be caused by flammable gases from decaying organic matter like methane, creating illusions and leading to metaphorical meanings of misleading illusions or false hopes.
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