sylph
noun
a slender, graceful woman or girl.
sylphic
-
a word derived from
sylph.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Still sylphic and long-haired, Russell makes an ideal Elizabeth Jennings, who, by turns, is a lovely wife and mother, a fearless operative and a rock-'em-sock-'em brawler.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 11, 2013
