Naiad (Noun)
Meaning 1
Submerged aquatic plant having narrow leaves and small flowers; of fresh or brackish water.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- In a small pond, a naiad plant thrived near the base of the water lilies, its delicate white flowers barely visible above the surface.
- A common naiad was found to be outcompeting native aquatic plants for space and nutrients in the lake ecosystem.
- The narrow leaves of the naiad provided a habitat for various small fish and invertebrates in the slow-moving stream.
- Scientists discovered that a specific species of naiad could tolerate wide variations in water temperature and salinity levels.
- The aquatic biologist spent hours studying a particular type of naiad, noting the details of its root system and the structure of its flowers.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
(Greek mythology) a nymph of lakes and springs and rivers and fountains.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The naiad of the lake was said to have the power to control the water's depth and flow.
- In Greek mythology, each river had its own naiad or group of naiads who inhabited its waters.
- The beautiful naiad sat on the edge of the fountain, combing her long, golden hair.
- Naiads were often depicted as the companions of various Greek gods, including Apollo and Artemis.
- According to legend, the naiad of the spring had the ability to heal any wound or sickness.