duch

noun
  1. In Polish, 'duch' means 'spirit' or 'ghost', referring to a supernatural being or the essence of a person. noun
    The legend speaks of a duch haunting the old castle.
    In the story, the duch appeared at midnight.
  2. In Czech and Slovak, 'duch' also means 'spirit' or 'ghost', used similarly to refer to a non-physical entity or the soul. noun
    They say a duch roams the ancient forest.
    The duch of the warrior was said to protect the village.