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Hermia
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A female given name, best known as a character in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.
"In the play, Hermia refuses to marry the man her father has chosen."
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA first name most associated with the Shakespearean character.
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Etymology
Popularized by the character Hermia in Shakespeare's comedy.