Merman

/ˈmɜːr.mən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A male counterpart of a mermaid, typically depicted as having the upper body of a man and the tail of a fish.

In the ancient legends, the merman was said to possess the ability to control the tides.

A mythological creature that sometimes appears in folklore and fairy tales, often associated with the sea.

The story featured a brave merman who rescued a shipwrecked sailor from the depths of the ocean.

A symbol of marine mythology and folklore, often used in art and literature to represent the sea.

The painting depicted a vibrant merman surrounded by coral reefs and colorful fish.

Derived from the Old English 'mereman', combining 'mere' (sea) and 'man'.

merman lore

Traditional stories and beliefs about mermen.

merman sighting

An alleged sighting or encounter with a merman.

mermaid

A female aquatic creature with the upper body of a woman and the tail of a fish.

aquatic

Relating to water; living or growing in water.

mythology

A collection of myths, especially one belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.

A term used in pop culture to describe a man who exhibits traits or interests often associated with mermaids.

He's such a merman, always swimming and collecting seashells.

A playful reference to a man who is very in touch with his emotions or feminine side.

Don't be shy about your feelings; it's totally merman of you.