hob

(noun) (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings. Synonyms: goblin, hobgoblin.

(noun) (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous. Synonyms: elf, gremlin, pixie, pixy, brownie, imp.

(noun) a hard steel edge tool used to cut gears.

(noun) a shelf beside an open fire where something can be kept warm.

(verb) cut with a hob.