dryad
advancedC2/ˈdraɪ.æd/ · dry-ad
A tree nymph or spirit in Greek mythology that dwells in trees, especially oaks.
Meanings
A tree nymph or spirit in Greek mythology that dwells in trees, especially oaks.
یونانی اساطیر میں ایک درخت کی روح یا نابینا جو درختوں، خاص طور پر بلوط میں رہتی ہے۔
درائڈ
dra'id
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- dryad of the oak
- mythical dryad
- enchanted dryad
Example Sentences
In ancient Greek myths, a dryad is often portrayed as the caretaker of the forest.
قدیم یونانی کہانیوں میں، درائڈ کو عموماً جنگل کی دیکھ بھال کرنے والی کے طور پر پیش کیا جاتا ہے۔
Qadeem Yoonani kahaniyon mein, dra'id ko aam tor par jungle ki dekh bhaal karne wali ke tor par pesh kiya jata hai.
The beautiful dryad danced gracefully among the trees.
حسین درائڈ درختوں کے درمیان خوبصورتی سے رقص کر رہی تھی۔
Haseen dra'id darakhton ke darmiyan khoobsurati se raqs kar rahi thi.
Many stories feature a dryad as a symbol of nature's beauty and mystery.
بہت سی کہانیاں درائڈ کو قدرت کی خوبصورتی اور پراسراریت کی علامت کے طور پر پیش کرتی ہیں۔
Bahut si kahaniyan dra'id ko qudrat ki khoobsurati aur pareshani ki alamat ke tor par pesh karti hain.
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💡 Memory Tip
Remember 'dryad' as a 'nymph of the dry oak'.
Imagine a fairy-like creature living inside an oak tree.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Greek "δρυάς (dryas)" — oak tree
First known use: 16th century
The term 'dryad' originates from Greek mythology, where dryads were considered tree nymphs or spirits. They were specifically associated with oak trees and were believed to be protectors of the forest.