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Word

mermaid

noun
UK /ˈmɜːˌmeɪd/
US /ˈmɝ.meɪd/

A mythical aquatic creature with the head and upper body of a woman and the tail of a fish.

mermaid: A mythical aquatic creature with the head and upper body of a woman and the tail of a fish.

Meanings

noun

A mythical aquatic creature with the head and upper body of a woman and the tail of a fish.

Examples

  • The children were captivated by the story of a brave mermaid princess who saved her ocean kingdom.
  • Legend has it that sailors would sometimes hear the enchanting songs of mermaids near the treacherous rocks.
  • She loved collecting figurines of fantastical creatures, especially the delicate little mermaid statues.