Elf
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A mythical, supernatural being resembling but seen as distinct from humans. A luminous spirit presiding over nature and fertility and dwelling in the world of Álfheim (Elfland). Compare angel, nymph, fairy. Any of the magical, humanoid, typically forest-guarding races bearing some similarities to the Norse álfar (through Tolkien's Eldar).
Example sentence: It's become normal for me to walk on set as Popeye, Frankenstein or an Elf or even a chicken.
Fairy
Part of speech: noun
Definition: Land of the fae, state of enchantment, associated with fays (as in fairy gold, fairy queen)A mythical being who had magical powers, known in many sizes and descriptions, although often depicted in modern illustrations only as small and spritely with gauze-like wings; A sprite.a male homosexual, especially one who is effeminate.A nature spirit revered in modern paganism.