naiad

Meanings

• Noun

  A naiad is a water nymph in Greek mythology.

  - "The naiad protected the spring from which all life in the forest drew water."
  - "The nymph, a naiad, lived in a crystal-clear pool deep in the forest."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈnaɪæd/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

instar , larva , nymph , water nymph , river god

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Variants

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naiad , naiades , naiads

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Etymology

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From Greek mythology, derived from the word 'naos' meaning 'boat' or 'temple' and 'aidos' meaning 'shame' or 'modesty'.

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Trivia

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1. Naiads were often depicted holding a lotus flower or a water lily.

2. The naiad who protected the spring of Hippocrene on Mount Helicon was believed to have given the Muses their inspiration.

3. In some myths, naiads were said to be able to transform into fish or other aquatic creatures.

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1. Nymphs: Naiads belong to the larger category of nymphs in Greek mythology. Nymphs were nature spirits, usually female, who were associated with a particular location or aspect of nature. They were often depicted as beautiful young women with the ability to grant blessings or cause harm.

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Culture

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In Greek mythology, naiads were associated with freshwater springs, rivers, and lakes. They were believed to have the power to grant fertility to the land and protect the water from pollution. Naiads were often depicted as beautiful young women with flowing hair and dressed in natural garments.

How to Memorize "naiad"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a beautiful young woman with flowing hair, dressed in natural garments, standing by a crystal-clear pool or spring. She is the embodiment of the water nymph, the naiad.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'naiad' with 'water nymph' or 'Greek mythology'. You can also associate it with the image of a beautiful young woman by a spring or pool.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'naiad' as 'Nymphs in Aquatic Domains'.

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