nymph

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Definitions

n.

A female nature spirit associated with water, forests, or wind in classical mythology; the larva of certain insects.

(古典神话中的)仙女,水泽女神;(昆虫的)若虫

v.

To fish using a nymph larva as bait.

用若虫作饵钓鱼

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
nymphother
=nymph

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    In Greek mythology, water nymphs were believed to inhabit rivers and streams.

  • 2.

    The insect went through several stages including the nymph stage before becoming an adult.

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