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dryad

/ˈdraɪ.æd/

Translations

dryadnoun

dryads

/ˈdraɪ.æd/

The dryad emerged from the ancient oak tree.

Дриада вышла из древнего дуба.

Synonyms

tree nymph

tree spirit

woodland nymph

forest nymph

sylvan nymph

sylvan spirit

forest sprite

woodland spirit

tree goddess

dryadnoun

In Greek mythology, a dryad is a tree nymph or tree spirit, typically associated with oak trees.

The ancient forest was said to be home to a wise dryad who protected the trees and creatures within.

A dryad can also refer to a female spirit or deity associated with forests and trees in various mythologies.

The villagers believed that the dryad watched over the grove, ensuring its lush growth and vitality.

Any of several satyrine butterflies, especially Minois dryas, characterized by brown wings with eyespots and found in Europe and Asia.

We spotted a dryad resting on the meadow grass near the forest edge.