NYMPH
Nymph
A nymph in Greek mythology and in Latin mythology is a minor female nature deity typically associated with a particular location or landform. There are 5 different types of nymphs, Celestial Nymphs, Water Nymphs, Land Nymphs, Plant Nymphs and Underworld Nymphs. Different from goddesses, nymphs are generally regarded as divine spirits who animate nature, and are usually depicted as beautiful, young nubile maidens who love to dance and sing; their amorous freedom sets them apart from the restricted and chaste wives and daughters of the Greek polis. They are believed to dwell in mountains and groves, by springs and rivers, and also in trees and in valleys ...The above text is a snippet from Wikipedia: Nymph
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nymph
Noun
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- The larva of certain insects.
- Any minor female deity associated with water, forests, grotto, etc.
- A young girl, especially one who inspires lustful feelings.
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