sea-maid

noun

variants or sea-maiden
Definition of sea-maidnext
as in water nymph

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  1. water nymph
  2. mermaid
  3. siren
Noun
  • The mythological story of the Roman water nymph Sabrina was written in the 12th century, and a statue depicting her has been on display in Britain since the 1800s.
    Kyle Melnick, Washington Post, 24 Apr. 2023
  • The story follows a water nymph who falls in love with a prince and seeks the help of a witch to make her dreams of being human come true.
    oregonlive, oregonlive, 20 Apr. 2023
Definition of water nymph
Noun
  • The trees’ likenesses span sailors, mermaids, and kings—each work a partial mystery to its artists until complete.
    Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Hosted at the iconic Temple House, the event featured glowing tunnels, vibrant projections, and a live mermaid in the rooftop pool.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of mermaid
Noun
  • Ash and embers were seen raining down from the sky and sirens were heard wailing as Jeffrey and Cheryll dashed in and out of their home with personal items.
    Abigail Adams, People.com, 14 Jan. 2025
  • In the music video, released Monday, frontwoman Michelle Zauner sings the delicate ballad, while bassist Jungle twirls in a gleaming seashell, emulating a siren.
    Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of siren
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