Druids Meaning in English

word · lemma: druid

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Definition

Druids were members of the high-ranking professional class in ancient Celtic cultures, often acting as priests, teachers, and judges. The term is also used in fantasy stories to describe people with magical powers connected to nature.

Usage & Nuances

Most commonly appears in historical contexts or fantasy settings, like games or movies. In real history, 'druids' refers specifically to Celtic tradition, while in fantasy 'druids' often have magical abilities related to nature.

• Spanish: druidas
• Portuguese (BR): druidas
• Portuguese (PT): druidas
• Chinese (Simplified): 德鲁伊
• Chinese (Traditional): 德魯伊
• Hindi: ड्रुइड
• Arabic: درويد
• Bengali: ড্রুইড - প্রাচীন সেল্টিক পুরোহিত (বিশেষ অর্থে)
• Russian: друиды
• Japanese: ドルイド - 古代ケルトの司祭
• Vietnamese: druids - tu sĩ (người tu sĩ cổ đại Celtic)
• Korean: 드루이드
• Turkish: druid - eski Kelt rahibi
• Urdu: ڈروئڈ
• Indonesian: druid - pendeta Keltik kuno

Example Sentences

Druids were important in ancient Celtic society.

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Some games let you play as powerful druids.

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Druids often lived close to forests and nature.

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In fantasy novels, druids can shape-shift into animals.

natural

History shows druids were respected for their wisdom and knowledge.

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Many legends say the druids could control the weather.

natural