What does DRUID mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A member of a pre-Christian religious order among the ancient Celtic peoples of Gaul, Britain, and Ireland.
2. A modern-day follower of neo-pagan Druidry.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈdruːɪd/
• UK: /ˈdruːɪd/

Origin and Usage:

The word "druid" comes from the Old Irish word "drui" which means "sorcerer" or "seer." Druids were members of a pre-Christian religious order among the ancient Celtic peoples of Gaul, Britain, and Ireland. They were known for their knowledge of nature, their ability to communicate with the spirits, and their practice of magic. Today, the term "druid" is often used to refer to modern-day followers of neo-pagan Druidry, a spiritual movement that seeks to revive and adapt the ancient Druidic traditions.

Synonyms:

• sorcerer
• seer
• magician
• witch
• shaman

Related Words:

• magic
• witch
• spell
• curse
• charm

Example Sentences:

1. The druid led the ceremony in the sacred grove.
2. She became interested in Druidry after reading about the ancient Celts.