Definition of devils:
(n) :
(theology) The chief devil; Satan.
(n) :
(theology) An evil creature, the objectification of a hostile and destructive force.
(n) :
(folklore) A fictional image of a man, usually red or orange in skin color; with a set of horns on his head, a pointed goatee and a long tail and carrying a pitchfork; that represents evil and portrayed to children in an effort to discourage bad behavior.
(n) :
A wicked or naughty person, or one who harbors reckless, spirited energy, especially in a mischievous way; usually said of a young child.
(n) :
The bad part of the conscience; the opposite to the angel.
(n) :
A person, especially a man; used to express a particular opinion of him, usually in the phrases poor devil and lucky devil.