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undine

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un·​dine | \ ˌən-ˈdēn How to pronounce undine (audio) , ˈən-ˌdēn How to pronounce undine (audio) \

Definition of undine

: an elemental being in the theory of Paracelsus inhabiting water : water nymph

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 Is this the undine Mélisande emerging from the woods? — Laura Jacobs, WSJ, "‘James Galanos: Design Integrity’ Review: The West Coast King of Fashion," 10 Nov. 2018

First Known Use of undine

1819, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for undine

New Latin undina, from Latin unda wave — more at water

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undine

noun
un·​dine | \ ˈən-ˌdēn How to pronounce undine (audio) , ˌən-ˈdēn How to pronounce undine (audio) \

Medical Definition of undine

: a small glass container used for irrigating the eyes

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