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merfolk

/mɜːrfɔːk/ noun · British & US
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What does merfolk mean?

noun

A mythical creature, typically depicted as a humanoid with fish-like features, said to inhabit the sea.

Example

"The merfolk sang a haunting melody in the underwater kingdom."

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