Merman

Pronunciation: /ˈmɜrmən/

Definitions of merman

noun a mythical creature that is half human and half fish, typically male

Example Sentences

A1 A merman is a mythical creature that is half man and half fish.

A2 The merman swam gracefully through the ocean, his tail shimmering in the sunlight.

B1 Legends of merman have been told for centuries, captivating the imaginations of many.

B2 The merman emerged from the depths of the sea, his powerful tail propelling him forward.

C1 Scholars debate the origins of the merman myth, exploring its cultural significance.

C2 The artist depicted the merman in stunning detail, capturing every scale and fin with precision.

Examples of merman in a Sentence

formal The ancient myth of the merman has been passed down through generations.

informal I saw a cool movie about a merman last night.

slang That dude at the beach totally looks like a merman with his long hair and speedo.

figurative His ability to navigate both the land and sea earned him the nickname 'merman'.

Grammatical Forms of merman

• past tense: mermanned
• plural: mermen
• comparative: more merman
• superlative: most merman
• present tense: merman
• future tense: will merman
• perfect tense: has mermaned
• continuous tense: is mermaning
• singular: merman
• positive degree: merman
• infinitive: to merman
• gerund: mermaning
• participle: mermaned

Origin and Evolution of merman

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'merman' is believed to have originated from a combination of the Old English word 'mere' meaning 'sea' and the word 'man', referring to a male human.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'merman' has come to be used in folklore and mythology to describe a male creature with the upper body of a human and the tail of a fish, living in the depths of the sea.