Muggle

usgb/ˈmʌɡəl/
noun

A person who does not possess magical powers; a non-magical person.

In the world of wizards, a muggle cannot perform magic.
Visual representation of "muggle" - A person who does not possess magical powers; a non-magical person.

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Fictional Context

The term 'muggle' is primarily associated with the Harry Potter universe, where it describes ordinary people without magical abilities.

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Example: In Harry Potter, wizards must keep their identities hidden from muggles.
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Humorous Use

In everyday conversation, calling someone a muggle can be humorous, referring to their ignorance of specific pop culture references.

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Example: She didn't know about the latest superhero movie? What a muggle!
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Cultural Reference

Understanding the term requires knowledge of the Harry Potter series, which is a significant cultural phenomenon.

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Example: Many people refer to themselves as muggles when discussing their lack of knowledge in certain fandoms.
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