waterspirit
nounUK /ˈwɔːtəˌspɪrɪt/
US /ˈwɔːtərˌspɪrɪt/
A waterspirit is a magical being that lives in water.
The old story says a waterspirit guards the lake.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A spirit believed to dwell in a spring, river, or well.
Villagers left gifts for the waterspirit of the well.
3. A gentle, watery ghost in folklore.
The waterspirit drifted over the pond at dusk.
4. A playful imaginary friend made of water in children's tales.
In the tale, a waterspirit splashed the children with cool drops.