Oread

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In Greek mythology, Oreads are a type of nymph associated with mountains and grottoes. These nymphs are female divinities, typically depicted as young girls, who are not immortal but have very long lives. They are generally benevolent towards humans. The name "Oread" comes from the Greek word oros, meaning "mountain". They are distinct from other types of nymphs, such as Dryads (tree nymphs) or Naiads (water nymphs).1

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The Oreads (oros, “mountain”) were nymphs of mountains and grottoes; the Napaeae (nape, “dell”) and the Alseids (alsos, “grove”) were nymphs of glens and groves; the Dryads or Hamadryads presided over forests and trees.
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The Oreads (oros, “mountain”) were nymphs of mountains and grottoes; the Napaeae (nape, “dell”) and the Alseids (alsos, “grove”) were nymphs of glens and groves; the Dryads or Hamadryads presided over forests and trees.
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