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Houris From Asia End In Disappointment Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "NAIADES" which means:
- noun
- • A female deity (nymph) associated with water, especially a spring, stream, or other fresh water.
- • The aquatic larva (nymph) of a dragonfly or damselfly.
- • Any of various aquatic plants of the genus najas.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The naiades lived in the freshwater springs of ancient greece."
- • "According to greek mythology, the naiades were nymphs associated with bodies of water."
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The Guardian Cryptic24 Apr 2014 | Down 18 | |
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