CultureJuly 10, 2026
nymph
/nɪmf/
Definition
A mythological spirit of nature imagined as a beautiful maiden inhabiting rivers, woods, or other locations.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'nymphē', meaning 'bride' or 'young woman'. It entered English via Latin to describe the minor goddesses of classical mythology.
In the news
The word appears in a headline regarding a polytheism festival held on Mount Olympus. It is used here to refer to the ancient Greek mythological figures associated with natural environments.
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