also: ナンフ
In Greek mythology, a minor female nature deity associated with a particular location or landform.
Entomological term for the immature stage of certain insects, resembling the adult but lacking fully developed wings.
In fly fishing, an artificial fly designed to imitate the immature aquatic stage of an insect.
In Greek mythology, nymphs are said to live in forests and springs.
Dragonfly nymphs live in water.
In fly fishing, using a nymph often works well.