merman
/'mə:mæn/
Definition
- Noun:
- A mythical creature that is half human and half fish: A "merman" is a legendary being with the upper body of a man and the tail of a fish, said to live in the sea. It is the male counterpart to a mermaid.
- A specific person: "Merman" can also refer to a specific individual, the American singer Ethel Merman, known for her powerful voice and roles in musical theater.
Examples of Usage
- Noun (Mythical Creature):
- Legends often speak of a merman who guides lost sailors to safety.
- The sculpture depicted a merman rising from the waves with a trident.
- Noun (Person):
- Merman starred in classic Broadway shows like "Annie Get Your Gun".
- Her vocal style is often compared to that of Merman.
Advanced Usage
- "merman" in folklore: Used to describe male aquatic spirits or deities in various cultural mythologies.
- In some Scandinavian tales, the merman was considered an omen of storms.
Variants and Related Words
- Mermaid (n): The female counterpart; a mythical creature with the upper body of a woman and the tail of a fish.
- The story featured a mermaid who longed to live on land.
- Merfolk (n): A collective term for mythical people of the sea, including mermen and mermaids.
- The ancient map warned of merfolk inhabiting these waters.
Synonyms
- Triton (n): In Greek mythology, a god of the sea, often depicted as a merman.
- Sea-man (n): A poetic or archaic term for a merman (less common).
Related Phrases
- "sons of the sea": A poetic phrase that can encompass mermen and other sea-dwelling beings.
- The old sailor claimed to have seen the sons of the sea during the tempest.
Noun
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half man and half fish; lives in the sea
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United States singer who appeared in several musical comedies (1909-1984)
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