The term 'FIEND of DREAMS' can be broken down into two words, 'FIEND' and 'DREAMS'. The word 'FIEND' is a noun meaning an evil spirit or monster, while the word 'DREAMS' refers to a series of thoughts, images, and sensations occurring in a person's mind during sleep. The crossword solution for this term is 'OGRE', which is a mythical creature typically depicted as a large, hideous, and clumsy monster. Ogres are often associated with eating human flesh and are usually found in folklore and fantasy literature.