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noun
a little devil or demon; an evil spirit.
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
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"I have joined the wing, father, and I have imped the feathers; but I fear it will be Christmas ere she can fly again."
From Sir Nigel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle