Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nixie
noun
/ˈnɪksi/
Definition
A nixie is a type of mythical aquatic creature from folklore, often depicted as a female spirit or water nymph.
Examples
- The legend tells of a nixie luring sailors to their doom.
- Children in the village spoke of seeing a nixie dancing on the water’s surface.
Meaning
In mythology, a nixie is believed to inhabit rivers and lakes and is associated with water and nature.
Synonyms
- Water nymph
- Mermaid
- Water spirit
