noun
merman
Merman (noun) means a legendary sea creature, the male counterpart to a mermaid, with a human upper body and a fish's tail. Example: “The old sailor swore he'd once seen a merman off the coast.”
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A legendary sea creature, the male counterpart to a mermaid, with a human upper body and a fish's tail.
"The old sailor swore he'd once seen a merman off the coast."
How to use merman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe male version of a mermaid in folklore.
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Word forms
- Plural
- mermen
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Etymology
From Old English roots meaning "sea" plus "man," paralleling mermaid.
Rhymes for merman
German
Herman
Berman
Sherman
superman
peterman
alderman
waterman
Ackerman
Huberman
elderman
fisherman
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Frequently asked questions
What does “merman” mean?
The word “merman” means a legendary sea creature, the male counterpart to a mermaid, with a human upper body and a fish's tail. In plain terms, the male version of a mermaid in folklore.
How do you use “merman” in a sentence?
Here is “merman” used in a sentence: “The old sailor swore he'd once seen a merman off the coast.”
What part of speech is “merman”?
“Merman” is a noun.
Where does the word “merman” come from?
The word “merman” comes from Old English. From Old English roots meaning "sea" plus "man," paralleling mermaid.
