nymphe

/nɛ̃f/
1.
nounfeminineSing

nymph (mythology), a female nature spirit; also used figuratively for a very pretty or ethereal young woman

Dans la mythologie, une nymphe veille souvent sur une source ou une forêt.

In mythology, a nymph often watches over a spring or a forest.

2.
nounfeminineSing

nymph (entomology), the juvenile (immature) stage of certain insects before they become adults

La nymphe de la libellule vit d'abord dans l'eau avant d'en sortir pour devenir adulte.

The dragonfly nymph lives in the water at first before emerging to become an adult.

3.
nounfeminineSing

labia minora (anatomy), one of the inner folds of the vulva

La taille et la forme des nymphes varient d'une femme à l'autre.

The size and shape of the labia minora vary from one woman to another.