Gremlin/Origin

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Origin
Gremlins are fairies that cause mischief, similar to imps. In more modern terms, they are known to dismantle airplanes. They are known to be used as excuses for sabotaged airplanes. Since WW||, other different fanatical creatures were referred to as Gremlins.