Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
faun
Noun
/fɔːn/
Definition
A faun is a mythological creature that is part human and part goat, typically associated with ancient Roman mythology.
Examples
- The faun played the flute as the sun set in the forest.
- In the story, a faun helps the lost children find their way home.
Meaning
In folklore, fauns are depicted as playful and musical beings who inhabit forests and fields, embodying the spirit of nature.
Synonyms
- satyr
- nature spirit
- half-goat
