Maal
The Maal are believed to be legendary malevolent water spirits that reside in the deep, murky waters of Bangladesh, such as ponds, lakes, rivers and dams. According to village stories and folklore, the "maal" are considered to be spirit like mermaids that drag people into the water and instantly drowning them.
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maal (het/de)
n.
time, occasion, meal, repast, feed
malen
v.
grind, mill, grit, pulverize, depict
maal
occasion, time