nymphaeum

/nɪmˈfaɪəm, -ˈfɪəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A grotto or a pavilion, especially in ancient Greece or Rome, often decorated with statues of nymphs and water features.

“The ruins of the ancient Roman nymphaeum were discovered by archaeologists during their excavation.”

Synonyms

  • grotto
  • pavilion

Antonyms

  • barrenness
  • desert