Nixie

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NIK-see'NIK-see'2 syllables
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGerman
Charming

MEANING

Water sprite

ORIGIN

Germanic

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from Old High German 'nihhus', meaning 'water sprite' or 'water nymph'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In German folklore, a Nixie is a water spirit or nymph, often depicted as a beautiful female.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The concept of water spirits is prevalent in European folklore, influencing various myths and stories.

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§English
Melodic

MEANING

Water nymph

ORIGIN

English

ETYMOLOGY

Adapted from the Germanic root 'nix' for water spirits.

CULTURAL NOTES

Nixies are often associated with enchanting music and are sometimes portrayed as dangerous.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Introduced into English folklore through German tales and stories.

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