Silvan: meaning, definitions and examples

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silvan

 

[ หˆsษชlvษ™n ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

nature related

Silvan refers to things related to or living in the woods or forests. This term is derived from the Latin word 'silvanus', which means 'of the forest'. It is often used to describe flora and fauna that are indigenous to wooded areas. Additionally, it can pertain to mythological creatures that inhabit forests. In literature, 'Silvan' can also indicate a character's connection to nature or wilderness.

Synonyms

forested, rural, wooded.

Examples of usage

  • The silvan landscape was enchanting.
  • She felt a silvan spirit in the forest.
  • The silvan creatures danced under the moonlight.

Translations

Translations of the word "silvan" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น silvano

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฟเคฒเฅเคตเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Silvan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ silvan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะธะปัŒะฒะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ silwan

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒซใƒดใ‚กใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Silvan

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Silvรกn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Silvan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ค๋ฐ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠู„ูุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Silvan

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Silvan

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฅฟๅฐ”ไธ‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Silvan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Silvan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะกะธะปัŒะฒะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒšแƒ•แƒแƒœ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Silvan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Silvรกn

Etymology

The word 'silvan' originates from the Latin term 'silvanus', which is a derivative of 'silva', meaning forest or wood. This root reflects a deep connection to nature and the wilderness, often associated with Roman mythology where Silvanus was a god of the woods, fields, and flocks. Over centuries, the term evolved and permeated into the English language, retaining its connection to forested environments. The association with nature and the serene beauty of woodland landscapes has been maintained, particularly in literature and poetry, where 'silvan' evokes imagery of lush greenery and the tranquility of life among trees. Its usage has grown to embody more extensive meanings connected to the rural and countryside, capturing the essence of the natural world.