dryad
US /ˈdraɪ.æd/
UK /ˈdraɪ.æd/
名词
树精, 森林女神
a nymph or minor deity of trees, specifically oak trees, in Greek mythology
示例:
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The ancient Greeks believed that each tree had its own protecting dryad.
古希腊人相信每棵树都有自己的守护树精。
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In mythology, dryads are often depicted as beautiful young women.
在神话中，树精常被描绘成美丽的年轻女子。