Faun
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /fɔːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Faun is a noun meaning (Roman mythology) A woodland creature with pointed ears, legs, and short horns of a goat and a fondness for unrestrained revelry.
Meaning
(Roman mythology) A woodland creature with pointed ears, legs, and short horns of a goat and a fondness for unrestrained revelry.
More Meanings
- (entomology) Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genus Faunis.
Word Forms
- fauns
- faune
- faunus
Synonyms for faun
Depending on context, synonyms include satyr.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include satyr, faune, fauna, animal, wildlife, faunus.
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