noun
druid
DROO-ihd
noun
1
A priest or wise figure among the ancient Celts, associated with nature and sacred groves.
"Ancient druids were said to gather mistletoe as part of their rituals."
2
In fantasy fiction and games, a spellcaster who draws power from nature.
"In the game, her character is a druid who can transform into animals."
How to Use Druid
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHistorically, a Celtic priest connected to nature; in modern fiction, a nature-based magic user.
Common pairings
ancient druids
druid magic
Word Forms
druids plural
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Etymology
Traces back through Latin Druidae to a Celtic word possibly meaning "oak-knower" or "one of great wisdom."