Nymph definition: one of a numerous class of lesser deities of mythology, conceived of as beautiful maidens inhabiting the sea, rivers, woods, trees, mountains, meadows, etc., and frequently mentioned as attending a superior deity.. The nymphs were minor divinities who took the form of beautiful young women. They represented diverse aspects of nature, including water, mountains, trees, and even specific locales. They were also frequently divided into subgroups (such as Dryads, Naiads, and Nereids) according to the type of environment they inhabited. The meaning of NYMPH is any of the minor divinities of nature in classical mythology represented as beautiful maidens dwelling in the mountains, forests, trees, and waters. If you're excited to have spotted a nymph, you must take an interest in attractive young women or in bugs. It's really none of my business either way.
