Merman

usgb/ˈmɜːrmæn/
noun

A mythical creature who is male and has the upper body of a human and the lower body of a fish.

In the story, a merman fell in love with a human woman and decided to live on land.
Visual representation of "merman" - A mythical creature who is male and has the upper body of a human and the lower body of a fish.

Often appears as...

  • handsome merman
  • merman king

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Mythical Origins

Mermen are rooted in mythology, so they're often found in stories involving magic and the supernatural.

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The ancient scrolls described a merman guarding a sunken treasure.
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Literary Device

Mermen can symbolize allure and danger of the unknown, particularly in maritime folklore.

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The sailors feared the siren's song, lest a merman drag them to the ocean's depths.
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Gender Specific

A 'merman' refers specifically to the male version of the half-human, half-fish creature, with 'mermaid' being the female counterpart.

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Ariadne was shocked to encounter not a mermaid, but a merman, under the waves.
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