nereides

Meanings

• noun

  In Greek mythology, the Nereides are a group of fifty or more sea nymphs, daughters of Nereus and Doris.

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Etymology

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From Greek Νηρεῖδες (Nēreîdes), from Νηρεύς (Nēreus) 'old man' and Ἄιδη (Áidē) 'sea' or 'water'.

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1. The Nereides were believed to be able to change their shape and appearance at will.

2. The Roman equivalent of the Nereides were called the Nymphs.

3. The Nereides were sometimes depicted riding on dolphins or other sea creatures.

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1. Oceanids: A similar group of water nymphs, daughters of Oceanus and Tethys.

2. Naiads: A group of freshwater nymphs, daughters of rivers and springs.

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Culture

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The Nereides are associated with the sea and its fertility, and are believed to have the power to protect sailors and fishermen. They are often depicted with fish, dolphins, or other sea creatures. In literature, they appear in the works of Homer, Hesiod, and other ancient Greek authors.

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   - Associate the name 'Nereides' with the sea and its beauty.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that Nereides are like mermaids of the Greek mythology.

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