silvan

/ˈsɪlvən/
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Other forms: silvans

Definitions of silvan
  1. adjective
    relating to or characteristic of wooded regions
    synonyms: sylvan
    wooded
    covered with growing trees and bushes etc
  2. noun
    a spirit that lives in or frequents the woods
    synonyms: sylvan
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    type of:
    disembodied spirit, spirit
    any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings
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