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dryad

/draɪæd/ noun · British & US
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What does dryad mean?

noun

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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