dryad
US /ˈdraɪ.æd/
UK /ˈdraɪ.æd/
名詞
樹精, 森林女神
a nymph or minor deity of trees, specifically oak trees, in Greek mythology
範例:
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The ancient Greeks believed that each tree had its own protecting dryad.
古希臘人相信每棵樹都有自己的守護樹精。
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In mythology, dryads are often depicted as beautiful young women.
在神話中，樹精常被描繪成美麗的年輕女子。