dryad

noun
UK: /ˈdraɪæd/
US: /ˈdraɪæd/

  1. A nymph or female spirit of the trees, often associated with oak trees in Greek mythology.

    1. The dryad lived in the old oak tree.
    2. Legend says a dryad guarded the forest, protecting its ancient trees.

Synonyms

wood nymph tree spirit
dryad adjective

  1. Relating to or resembling a dryad.

    1. The forest had a dryad quality to it.
    2. Her movements were dryad-like as she danced through the woods.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "dryad" is /ˈdraɪæd/ in British English and /ˈdraɪæd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "dryad": wood nymph, tree spirit.

Example usage of "dryad": "The dryad lived in the old oak tree.". More examples on the page.