Nymph
/ΛnΙͺmf/
The meaning and definition of Nymph, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
noun
- (Greek, Roman) Any female nature spirit associated with water, forests, grotto, wind, etc.
- A young girl, especially one who is attractive, beautiful or graceful.
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Synonyms
lolita nymphet nymphette instar naiad
Origin
From French nimphe, from Latin nympha, from Ancient Greek Ξ½ΟΞΌΟΞ·.
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