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A nymph had many key roles in Greek mythology. First, they were used as hunting companions for the Greek goddess Artemis. They had to be virgins, because Artemis was the goddess of virginity. Also, nymphs were mostly from water (such as the sea or a river).
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In Greek mythology, a nymph is a nature spirit or minor goddess associated with a particular natural feature such as a mountain, forest, or spring. Nymphs were often depicted as beautiful young women and were believed to possess powers that could influence the natural world. They were considered to be immortal, but not as powerful as the major deities.
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What was the fate of the nymph in mythology?
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