Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pern

noun
/pɜrn/
Definition
A mythical bird, often depicted as a powerful and fire-breathing creature. In literature and fantasy, perns are typically associated with flight and majestic characteristics.
Examples
  • The legendary pern soared through the skies, its wings spreading wide.
  • In the novel, the inhabitants of the world of Pern relied on the dragons to protect them from the deadly falls of thread.
  • The artist painted a stunning mural depicting the vibrant beauty of a pern in flight.
Meaning
Pern refers to a fictional element associated with dragons and the world they inhabit in certain fantasy genres.
Synonyms
  • dragon
  • mythical creature
  • fantasy beast