naiad

• Nom désignant un type de plante aquatique submergée à feuilles étroites et petites fleurs, présente en eau douce ou saumâtre ; également dans la mythologie grecque, une nymphe des lacs, sources, rivières et fontaines.

A noun referring to a type of submerged aquatic plant with narrow leaves and small flowers, found in fresh or brackish water; also, in Greek mythology, a nymph of lakes, springs, rivers, and fountains.

1. C2formalscientific

   A submerged aquatic plant with narrow leaves and small flowers, found in fresh or brackish water.

   Naiade (plante aquatique)

   • The pond was filled with naiad, providing shelter for small fish.
   • Botanists discovered a rare species of naiad in the estuary.
   • Naiad plants are often used in aquariums for their delicate appearance.

   Synonymeswater nymph

2. Mythological nymphC2formalart

   In Greek mythology, a nymph who presides over lakes, springs, rivers, and fountains.

   Naïade (mythologie)

   • The ancient Greeks believed a naiad lived in every spring.
   • In the story, the hero was guided by a naiad to the hidden fountain.
   • Sculptures of naiads often adorned Roman bathhouses.

   Synonymeswater nymph