sylvan

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or inhabiting the forest or woodland.

• noun

  A forest dweller or inhabitant.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈsɪlvən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

forestlike , foresty , grovy

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Rhymes

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haven , aven , heaven

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Variants

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sylvan , sylvans , silvan , silvans

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Etymology

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From Old French sylvain, from silv- 'forest' + -an- 'inhabitant'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'sylvan' is derived from the Latin word 'silva', which means 'forest'.

2. The term 'sylvan' is also used in botany to describe trees and shrubs that are native to a particular region.

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Related Concepts

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1. woodland: Relates to areas covered with trees and undergrowth, often including forests and forests and wooded areas.

2. forest dweller: A person or creature that lives in the forest.

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Culture

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In literature, 'sylvan' is often used to describe forest spirits, fairies, or other mythical creatures that inhabit the woods. It can also refer to the rustic, simple lifestyle of people who live in the forest.

How to Memorize "sylvan"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a forest scene with trees, animals, and possibly mythical creatures. Imagine the word 'sylvan' as a descriptor for this scene.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'sylvan' with the forest, woodland creatures, and the rustic lifestyle.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sylvan Starts in the Silv-an' to remember the etymology of the word.

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