"merland" meaning in English

See merland in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Etymology: From mer- + land. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|mer|land}} mer- + land Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} merland
  1. A mythical land of mermaids and merfolk. Categories (topical): Merpeople
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