nemoral

nɛˈmɔrəl

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a grove or forest.

“The nemoral landscape was home to a variety of rare wildlife.”

2. noun

a grove or forest, especially one associated with woodland spirits or nymphs in Greek mythology.

“The nemoral was a sacred place for the ancient Greeks, believed to be inhabited by the woodland nymphs.”

Synonyms

  • arboreal
  • silvan
  • silvestral

Antonyms

  • desertic
  • urban