Oni, in Japanese folklore Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Friday, April 23, 2021 · 12-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, April 23, 2021.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 23, 2021 · 12-Down · 4 letters
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(folklore) a giant who likes to eat human beings
noun
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