What does dryad mean?
A female nature spirit in Greek mythology, often depicted as a tree or a woman formed from a tree. In modern usage, a dryad is a female spirit or a woman who lives in harmony with nature.
Example
"The dryad of the ancient forest was said to have the power to communicate with animals."
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