# balrog

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈbɔːl.ɹɒɡ/ · frequency rank #83,030

## Definitions
1. A fiery demonic creature.

## Etymology
From Sindarin, a fictional language created by J.R.R. Tolkien, meaning something akin to "mighty demon".

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/balrog