👉 Nymphean is a term used in ancient Greek mythology to describe a female deity who was associated with the moon and the goddess Artemis. The term "nymphean" comes from the Greek words "nymi" (meaning "moon") and "pheus" (meaning "female"). In Greek mythology, this female deity was often depicted as a goddess with long hair, wearing a flowing robe or skirt, and carrying a bow in her hand. She was associated with the moon