Elflock, a term commonly used in literature, refers to tangled locks of hair. This term has its origins in Old English, where it was believed that elves would knot a person's hair while they slept. There are several synonyms for the word Elflock, including snarl, tangle, mat, and knot. These words are often used interchangeably in literature to describe the same condition. Other terms that have similar meanings include rat's nest, bird's nest, and witch's locks. Regardless of the term used, Elflock and its synonyms all refer to hair that is difficult to manage and untangle.