Meaning of the word undine in English

What does undine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

undine

US /ʌnˈdaɪn/
UK /ʌnˈdaɪn/

Noun

a female water spirit, especially one who can acquire a soul by marrying a mortal

Example:
In folklore, an undine is a beautiful and often melancholic water nymph.
The opera 'Undine' tells the tragic tale of a water spirit who falls in love with a human.