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merwoman|ˈmɜːwʊmən|
[See mer- and cf. G. meerfrau, meerweib.]
A name for a mermaid when older or wedded.
1809Chron. in Ann. Reg 394/2 In a History of the Netherlands it is stated that in the year 1403, the dikes were broken near Campear by an inundation; and when the inundation had returned, a Merwoman was left in the Dermet Mere. 1884F. J. Child Eng. & Sc. Pop. Ball. I. 366/1 The merman asks her the reason, and she answers, They all say that you are the merwoman's son.
transf.1846M. J. Higgins Ess. (1875) Mem. 26 It was really admirable to watch the good-humour, dexterity, and patience of the old merwoman. |