Definition

A female water spirit or elf, often depicted in folklore as living in water and having magical qualities.

Example

In the story, the nixy helped the lost sailor find his way home.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a nixy?

Yeah, I read about them in a fantasy book once.

They sound really interesting, like mythical water spirits.

Exactly! I love how folklore has such unique characters.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'nixy' originates from the Old English 'nix', meaning a water spirit or a water nymph. It describes something that is related to or characteristic of such a spirit, often associated with water or a watery environment.

Memory Tip

Imagine a mystical water spirit ('nix') when you think of 'nixy', which helps you remember that it relates to something watery or ethereal.

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