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
  • Rae wore a plaid sequined mermaid skirt designed by Thom Browne, pairing it with a gray corset top, a Mikimoto pearl necklace and a conch shell, which stood in for a clutch.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Estefania created not one but two looks: an Italian Armani satin and French lace mermaid style with a high neck and a plunging back for the ceremony, as well as a more streamlined lace dress for the reception.
    Erin Clack, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of mermaid
Noun
  • Advertisement The Israeli strikes followed several days of Houthi launches setting off sirens in Israel.
    Josef Federman and Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Watch on Deadline Streaming remains the dynamic center of the fast-shifting entertainment landscape, a siren still luring ships into the rocks.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of siren
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