druid
- A member of the high-ranking professional class in ancient Celtic cultures, often serving as priests, teachers, and judges. nounThe druid performed rituals to honor the gods and goddesses of the Celtic pantheon.In ancient times, a druid would often act as a mediator in tribal disputes.
- A modern practitioner of a spiritual or religious movement that seeks to revive or emulate the beliefs and practices of the ancient druids. nounModern druids often gather at Stonehenge to celebrate the summer solstice.As a druid, she follows a path that emphasizes harmony with nature and respect for all living things.