Meaning of the word merman in English

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merman

US /ˈmɝː.mæn/
UK /ˈmɝː.mæn/
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Noun

1.

a mythical male creature with the head and torso of a man and the tail of a fish, typically portrayed as a benevolent or mischievous inhabitant of the sea.

Example:
The ancient sailors told tales of a powerful merman who guarded the sunken treasures.
In folklore, mermen are often depicted with green or blue scales.
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