Fairyland: meaning, definitions and examples

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fairyland

 

[ ˈfɛərilaɪnd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fantasy realm

Fairyland refers to a magical or enchanted realm traditionally associated with fairies and other mystical creatures. It is often depicted as a beautiful, idyllic place filled with wonder and enchantment, where imaginative adventures take place. Fairyland is used in literature and folklore to represent a space that transcends the ordinary world, allowing for the exploration of dreams and fantasies. It evokes a sense of wonder, innocence, and the possibility of the extraordinary.

Synonyms

enchanted realm, magical land, wonderland

Examples of usage

  • The children wandered into the fairyland of their imagination.
  • In the story, the hero traveled to fairyland to rescue the princess.
  • The garden was transformed into a fairyland with lights and decorations.
  • She dreamed of visiting fairyland where everything is possible.

Translations

Translations of the word "fairyland" in other languages:

🇵🇹 terra das fadas

🇮🇳 परीभूमि

🇩🇪 Feenland

🇮🇩 dunia peri

🇺🇦 казковий світ

🇵🇱 kraina wróżek

🇯🇵 妖精の国

🇫🇷 pays des fées

🇪🇸 tierra de hadas

🇹🇷 peri diyarı

🇰🇷 요정 나라

🇸🇦 أرض الجنيات

🇨🇿 kraj víl

🇸🇰 kraj víl

🇨🇳 仙女国

🇸🇮 dežela vil

🇮🇸 álfheima

🇰🇿 пері жері

🇬🇪 ფეების ქვეყანა

🇦🇿 peri ölkəsi

🇲🇽 tierra de hadas

Etymology

The term 'fairyland' has its roots in the combination of 'fairy' and 'land'. The word 'fairy' originates from the Old French word 'faerie', which refers to enchantment, magic, or a realm of supernatural beings. It is related to the Latin 'fata', referring to fate or a fate-giving being. The concept of fairyland as a distinct place emerged in folklore and fairy tales, often depicted as a hidden world where fairies dwell and magical events unfold. Over time, fairyland has been used in various literary works, symbolizing a place of adventure, imagination, and escape from the mundane realities of life. The imagery associated with fairyland has evolved, but it remains a beloved concept in storytelling, inspiring generations with its charm and allure.