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silvan


Meanings
  • Proper noun

    A name commonly used for forest deities or woodland spirits in mythology.

    - "Silvan is the Roman god of forests and fields."
    - "In ancient mythology, Silvan was believed to protect the forests and ensure a bountiful harvest."

Synonyms

forestlike , foresty , grovy
Variants
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silvan , silvans , sylvan
Etymology
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Derived from the Latin word 'silva' meaning forest.


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  1. Silvan was often depicted carrying a staff or a axe, and was sometimes shown with a goat or a wild boar.

  2. Silvan was also believed to have the power to control the weather, and was sometimes invoked to prevent or end droughts.

  3. In some mythologies, Silvan was believed to have a consort or wife, who was often a nymph or a dryad.


Related Concepts
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  1. Silvans: A group of forest deities or woodland spirits in various mythologies, similar to Silvan.

  2. Silviculture: The science and art of cultivating and managing forests for economic, social, and environmental benefits.


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In Roman mythology, Silvan was often depicted as a bearded god with horns, wearing a wreath of ivy or oak leaves. He was believed to have the power to control the growth of trees and plants, and was often invoked by farmers for a bountiful harvest.

How to Memorize "silvan"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a bearded god with horns and a wreath of ivy or oak leaves. Imagine him standing in a forest, surrounded by trees and wildlife.

  2. associate

    - Associate Silvan with forests, growth, and the harvest. Think of him as a protector of nature and a provider of resources.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym S-I-L-V-A-N to remember the meaning: Silvan Is Lord of Vibrant Agriculture and Nature.


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