undine
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un·dine

noun \ˌən-ˈdēn, ˈən-ˌ\

Definition of UNDINE

: an elemental being in the theory of Paracelsus inhabiting water : water nymph

Origin of UNDINE

New Latin undina, from Latin unda wave — more at water
First Known Use: 1819

un·dine

noun \ˈən-ˌdēn, ˌən-ˈdēn\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of UNDINE

: a small glass container used for irrigating the eyes

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