naiad

noun
UK: /ˈnaɪæd/
US: /ˈneɪæd/

  1. A nymph of lakes, rivers, and springs in Greek mythology.

    1. The naiad lived in the river.
    2. Ancient Greeks often told stories of a beautiful naiad guarding the local spring.

  2. The aquatic larva of a dragonfly or damselfly.

    1. The naiad is a predator in the pond.
    2. Scientists are studying the naiad to learn more about insect development.

Synonyms

nymph larva

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "naiad" in English means: A nymph of lakes, rivers, and springs in Greek mythology., The aquatic larva of a dragonfly or damselfly..

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

Synonyms for "naiad": nymph, larva.

Example usage of "naiad": "The naiad lived in the river.". More examples on the page.