Etymology
The word "doppelganger" is derived from the German words "doppel," meaning "double," and "gänger," meaning "walker" or "goer."
Meaning and Origin
A doppelganger is a ghostly double or counterpart of a living person. The concept of the doppelganger has its roots in ancient folklore and mythology, and has been popularized through literature, film, and television. Doppelgangers are often depicted as harbingers of bad luck, death, or misfortune, and are said to possess supernatural powers.
In some cultures, doppelgangers are believed to be the spirits of deceased ancestors who have returned to earth to haunt the living. In other cultures, doppelgangers are seen as projections of the unconscious mind, representing hidden aspects of the self.
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