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sylphid

/sɪlfɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does sylphid mean?

noun

A sylphid is a mythological creature, often depicted as a winged being, typically associated with the air or wind. In modern usage, the term may also refer to a delicate or ethereal person.

Example

"The sylphid danced across the stage, her wings fluttering in time with the music."

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